Eel research

Eel research focuses on studying the biology, behavior, and ecology of eels, particularly the European eel and the American eel. Scientists investigate their complex life cycles, which involve long migrations from freshwater to the Sargasso Sea for spawning. Research also examines their declining populations due to factors like habitat loss, overfishing, and climate change. Understanding eels is vital for conservation efforts and maintaining biodiversity, as well as for the fishing industry, where they are economically significant. Through this research, scientists aim to uncover ways to protect and restore eel populations globally.