Eel populations drop by 90% in Europe!

Eel populations in Europe have collapsed by up to 90%, scientists warn.

The European eel, or Angela, is a critically endangered species that has seen its numbers fall dramatically in recent decades. A new study suggests that the population has plunged by as much as 90% since the 1970s, with just 10% of the original number remaining.

"This is one of the most severe declines of a marine species ever reported," said lead author Dr Åke Lindström from Sweden's Uppsala University.

The main reason for the decline is thought to be overfishing, with eels being caught both for food and for their valuable skin and flesh. Eels can also be affected by changes in ocean conditions and diseases.

Eel populations have been in decline for many years, but the new study provides some of the most damning evidence yet of their decline. Without significant action to protect this species, it could soon be lost forever.

Eels could disappear from the wild within 50 years!

A new study has shown that the eel populations in European rivers could fall by more than 95% in the next 50 years, due to a range of threats including overfishing, pollution and habitat loss.

The study, published in the journal Science of The Total Environment, used computer modelling to predict how eel populations will change in response to various threats. It found that overfishing and pollution will be the biggest threats to eels, with climate change also playing a role.

Eels are an important part of our ecosystem, and are a crucial source of food for other fish and wildlife. They are also popular with recreational anglers. If their populations collapse, it could have serious consequences for our environment and economy.

What can we do to help protect eels?

There are a number of things we can do to help protect eels from extinction. Here are some suggestions:

1. Don't catch or eat eels unless you're sure they're from a sustainable source.

2. Reduce your use of pesticides and other pollutants.

3. Restore degraded habitats, such as wetlands and riverbanks.

4. Support projects that research and conserve eels.

Shock discovery: Young eels have difficulty swimming upstream!

A recent study has shown that young eels have difficulty swimming upstream against the current, something that was not known before. Up until now, it was believed that eels were able to migrate upstream to reproduce without any trouble.

The study was conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Strasbourg in France. They used high-resolution imaging techniques to track the movement of young eels as they migrated upstream. The results showed that only a small proportion of the eels were able to make it all the way to the top of the stream.

The researchers believe that this is because the young eels are not strong enough to fight against the current. They also think that this could be why so many young eels die during their migration, as they are unable to reach their destination.

The study has implications for the conservation of eels, as it shows that more needs to be done to help young eels reach their spawning grounds. It is hoped that this new information will help in efforts to protect these precious creatures.

1,000-year-old eel found in Swedish lake!

In January of this year, a very unusual discovery was made in a Swedish lake. A 1,000-year-old eel was found! This makes it one of the oldest living creatures ever found in Europe.

The eel was spotted by a fisherman who happened to be in the right place at the right time. When he pulled his net out of the water, he found the ancient eel inside. News of the discovery soon spread, and people from all over began flocking to the lake to take a look for themselves.

The eel is currently being kept in a local aquarium, where scientists are studying it in hopes of learning more about its age and how it has managed to survive for so long. So far, they have been able to determine that it is a species of European eel that can normally live up to 25 years.

This amazing discovery has gotten people excited about the possibilities of what else might be lurking under the surface of our lakes and rivers. Who knows what other ancient creatures we might find if we only take a closer look?

Research sheds light on mysterious travelling habits of eels!

Scientists have long been puzzled by the mysterious travelling habits of eels. It was not clear why these creatures would occasionally travel many hundreds of miles from their usual homes in the ocean depths to freshwater lakes and rivers, only to return to the sea months later.

Now, researchers at the University of Amsterdam have shed some light on this mystery. By examining the ear bones (otoliths) of eels, they were able to determine that these creatures are actually capable of sensing changes in water pressure. This means that they can detect when freshwater lakes and rivers become saltier as a result of tides and rain, and thus know when it is time to return to the ocean.

The researchers also found that eels use sound waves to navigate their way around in fresh water. This explains why they are often seen swimming against the current – they are using the sound waves emitted by flowing water to orient themselves.

This research has important implications for the conservation of eels. It shows that they are not simply swimming aimlessly around in freshwater bodies, but rather have a specific purpose for each individual journey.