A Christmas tree decorated with lights powered by electric eels is on display at an aquarium in central Japan.
Toba Aquarium in Mie Prefecture exhibits the tree every year to give visitors a sense of the power the aquatic creature from the Amazon River generates to stun its prey.
Five eels in a tank generate electricity when they are fed and at other times, powering some of the lights and a star on top of the tree.
Staff member Ito Miho says she hopes guests enjoy the tree, which is unique to the aquarium.
The eel-powered Christmas tree will be on display until December 25.
Toba Aquarium in Mie Prefecture exhibits the tree every year to give visitors a sense of the power the aquatic creature from the Amazon River generates to stun its prey.
Five eels in a tank generate electricity when they are fed and at other times, powering some of the lights and a star on top of the tree.
Staff member Ito Miho says she hopes guests enjoy the tree, which is unique to the aquarium.
The eel-powered Christmas tree will be on display until December 25.
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Summary
Christmas tree powered by electric eels on display at Toba Aquarium, Mie Prefecture, Japan until Dec 25. Eels generate electricity when fed, illuminating some lights and star on the tree. The tree aims to showcase eel's power. Unique to aquarium; staff hopes visitors enjoy.