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Malapteruridae

Malapteruridae 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 affinis

Malapterurus electricus (non-Gmelin)

Malapterurus electricus (non-Gmelin, 1789)

Malapterurus electricus oguensis

Malapterurus polli

Silurus electricus

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