This really depends on how close they are to it. If they are in a shallow pond and the lightning hits close to hit. they won't or they can be close and suffer a shock that distorts their motor functions, their spines and eventually die off. read more
Lightening carries an enormous punch as far as volts, but low wattage. When it strikes a conductive surface it scatters and just dissipates. read more
Ichthyologists (fish biologists) sometimes catch fish to study by zapping them with electricity. After talking to one of them, Dr. T calculated that lightning bolts probably don't kill fish more than 20 feet away in salt water, or 200 feet away in fresh water. read more
Well, I hate to break it to you but you just got a lot more protein than you bargained for. National Geographic Photographer David Littschwager captured this incredible shot of a single drop of seawater magnified 25 times. read more