What is another word for Family Torpedinidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli tˈɔːpɪdˌɪnɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
The Family Torpedinidae includes a group of electric rays commonly known as torpedoes or electric rays. Some common synonyms for the Family Torpedinidae include electric torpedo, crampfish, numbfish, torpedo fish, and electric skate. These fish are named for their ability to generate electrical charges, which they use both for hunting and for self-defense. The torpedoes have a flattened, diamond-shaped body, and are typically found in shallow coastal waters. Their electric charges can cause muscle spasms, leading to numbness or paralysis in potential predators or prey. The Family Torpedinidae comprises several species that are important for both commercial and recreational fishing, and are also of scientific interest for their unique physiology.
