Can an Electric Eel power the lights on a Christmas Tree? (SPOILER WARNING: Sort of.)

The display isn't just jolly, either — it's also educational.

Watch an electric eel light up a Christmas tree

The Tennessee Aquarium's electric eel, Miguel Wattson, can control the lights on a Christmas tree next to his tank through his shocks.

Bring nature into your home with an aquaponics garden.

It’s perfect for people who would love an aquarium but can’t keep fish alive.

It's perfect for people who would love an aquarium but can't keep fish alive.

The series, called Waterscape, was developed by Japanese designer Haruka Misawa.