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Science December 2014 PMID 25477462

The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel.

Kenneth Catania

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The group of discussions reflects a high level of interest and appreciation for the subject, with expressions like 'pretty amazing title' and 'I love this one,' indicating excitement. Phrases such as 'correction' and mentions of 'research' highlight an engagement that goes beyond surface-level reactions, suggesting participants are contemplating the significance of the discoveries.

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Posts frequently highlight fascination with the eel's ability and the research, showing high curiosity and engagement.

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The discussions suggest that the article has the potential to influence interest in marine biology and natural phenomena, though not universally transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • Electric eels can stun prey using powerful electric discharges, which activate the prey's motor neurons and muscles.
  • The eel's high-frequency discharges keep prey from escaping by causing continuous muscle contractions (tetanus), and they can also reveal hidden prey through involuntary twitching.
  • The pattern of these electrical volleys mimics how motor neurons naturally activate muscles, indicating that eels have evolved their electric strikes to efficiently induce quick muscle contractions in their targets.]
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The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

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Dr. Liz Leininger
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@VeronicaGMarti2 Correction, Catania paper is ‘14: https://t.co/SoYbuYWQIL

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@BryanGitschlag @nicholaraihani @PrincetonUPress "The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel" is a pretty amazing title to boot!

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RT @negies632: The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

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Dr. Liz Leininger
@ec_leininger · X

@VeronicaGMarti2 Correction, Catania paper is ‘14: https://t.co/SoYbuYWQIL

Jan 14, 2024 · 2 likes · 856 followers View post →
Arvid Ågren
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@BryanGitschlag @nicholaraihani @PrincetonUPress "The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel" is a pretty amazing title to boot!

Jun 7, 2022 · 4,046 followers View post →
Dr. Liz Leininger
@ec_leininger · X

@lab_harley I love this one! https://t.co/SoYbuYFfkb

Jan 2, 2022 · 856 followers View post →
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RT @negies632: The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

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RT @negies632: The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

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RT @negies632: The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

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The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel https://t.co/yE5PzQx2Ix クリティカル沼ヒットしたデンゲキウナギ論文

Jan 19, 2021 · 10 likes · 3 shares · 9,962 followers View post →
David Shiffman, Ph.D.
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"[Report] The shocking predatory strike of the electric eel" http://www.sciencemag.org/content/346/6214/1231.summary?rss=1

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