Malopterurus (Noun)
Meaning
Electric catfish.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Malapterurus electric catfish genus comprises species known to deliver strong electric discharges as a defense mechanism.
- Malapterurus are known to grow to significant lengths and weigh considerable amounts.
- Scientists continue to study Malapterurus electric catfish in the rivers of sub-Saharan Africa where they primarily reside.
- These unusual Malapterurus are some of the 14 distinct recognized species that deliver such potent electrical jolts to stun prey and fend off predators.
- Most known Malapterurus exhibit certain characteristic differences depending on where their geographic origin resides in their primarily eastern, southern or central habitats