Eel population decline

Eel populations are declining mainly due to habitat loss, pollution, overfishing, and barriers like dams that prevent their migration. Eels have complex life cycles, migrating long distances between freshwater and the ocean, making them vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities. Pollution and habitat destruction harm their breeding and feeding grounds, while overfishing reduces their numbers. Additionally, damming rivers blocks their migration routes, preventing them from reaching spawning areas. These combined factors have led to a significant decrease in eel populations worldwide, raising concerns about their survival and the health of aquatic ecosystems they inhabit.