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Torpedo Ray
Torpedo marmorata
The torpedo ray, also known as the marbled electric ray, is a species of electric ray found in coastal waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Recognized by its rounded body and marbled brown coloration, this fish is capable of producing a powerful electr…
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- The name 'torpedo' comes from the Latin word for 'numbness' or 'paralysis,' referencing the numbing effect of its electric shock.
- Torpedo rays can generate electric shocks of up to 200 volts to stun prey and deter predators. Their unique electric organs have inspired studies in bioelectricity since ancient times. The ancient Greeks and Romans even used the torpedo ray's electric shocks for pain relief in medicine.
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