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 Malapteruridae

Malapteruridae
Malapteruridae = ( mahl lap tur RUHR id dee )   

Commonly known as the Electric Catfishes.

There are now 19 species existing in this African family, 16 from the Malapterurus genus and 3 in the Paradoxoglanis genera. Basically a catfish for the experienced and dedicated keeper who knows how to handle a fish that can discharge up to 350 volts in short bursts.

          
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Malapterurus electricus, Malapterurus electricus
Malapterurus microstoma, Malapterurus microstoma
 
 



 









 
 
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