Electric Eel's Power Transfer to a Human (VIDEO) Cell Press This video is under embargo. Please login to access this video. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Caption In this video, Kenneth Catania tests the dynamics of the electrical circuit that develops when an electric eel leaps to electrify a threat. Even small eels use this strategy to direct the majority of their electric current through a target. Current levels and eel pulse rates efficiently activate nociceptors, providing a powerful deterrence to potential predators. Credit Kenneth Catania Usage Restrictions Credit Required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.