Why is the electric eel so electric?

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Why is the electric eel so electric?

The electric eel generates its characteristic electrical pulse in a manner similar to a battery, in which stacked plates produce an electrical charge. In the electric eel, stacked Quick Facts about: electroplaques
Quick Summary not found for this subjectelectroplaques (some 5,000 to 6,000 of them) are capable of producing a shock at up to 500 volts, and 1 ampere of current (500 watt). There are reports of animals producing larger voltages, but this seems relatively unimportant as this much current is sufficient to stun or deter virtually any other animal. Juveniles produce smaller voltages (about 100 volts). Electric eels are capable of varying the intensity of the electrical discharge, using lower discharges for "hunting," and higher intensities are used for stunning prey, or defending themselves. http://www.absoluteastronomy.com/encyclopedia/e/el/electric_eel.htm
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