Cornish Jack (mormyrops anguilloides)

Mormyrops anguilloides, also known as the Cornish Jack or the African electric fish, is a species of freshwater fish found in various parts of Africa. It belongs to the Mormyridae family, which is known for the presence of weak electric organ discharges (EODs) used for navigation, communication, and prey detection in murky waters.   Key Features:   1. Size: Cornish Jack can grow quite large, reaching up to about 1 meter (39 inches) in length and weighing around 6 kg (13 lbs). 2. Appearance: It has a long, eel-like body with a pointed head, a dorsal fin located towards the rear, and a silvery to dark brownish body color. 3. Electric Organ: Like other members of the Mormyridae family, Mormyrops anguilloides produces weak electric pulses to help it detect prey and navigate its environment, especially in low-visibility waters. 4. Habitat: It inhabits slow-moving rivers, lakes, and swampy areas throughout central and western Africa, particularly in the Congo, Nile, and Zambezi river bas