✗ The myth everyone repeats
Electric eels can electrocute you instantly in freshwater rivers.
✓ What is actually true
Electric eels generate electricity through specialised cells, producing shocks of 600+ volts. However, freshwater is a poor conductor compared to saltwater, so the current disperses quickly. While dangerous, electric eels are not instantly lethal at distance in freshwater environments. Direct contact poses significant risk.
Reception
The receipts 2 sources
- Electric Eel - WikipediaPRIMARY
- Snopes: Electric Eel DangerREFERENCE