galvanistes
Galvanistes are organisms capable of generating and regulating electrical charges. This biological ability is often observed in species that use bioelectricity for various functions, including communication, navigation, predation, and defense. The most well-known galvanistes are electric fish, such as electric eels (Electrophorus electricus), electric rays (torpediniformes), and certain species of catfish and sharks.
Electric eels, native to freshwater environments in South America, can produce powerful electric discharges measuring up
Galvanistes employ specialized electric organs composed of thousands of electrocytes—modified muscle or nerve cells capable of
Research into galvanistes has provided insights into bioelectric processes and has inspired technological applications. These include
Overall, galvanistes exemplify nature's adaptation to environmental challenges through the use of electricity, demonstrating both biological