The Gymnarchus is an elongated species of fish capable of electroreception. They are native to every realm, inhabiting the waters of all. Their scales can be processed into a textile material that can neutralize electrical energy. As such, these fish are commonly hunted and farmed for their scales. As their use for industrial uniforms is paramount. Gymnarchus are entirely herbivorous, feeding on algal growths on the bottoms of their brackish habitats.