This episode, we are venturing underwater for the first time and learning about the complex lives of European eels. From their remarkable migration to the fact that they were once used as currency, these fish are fascinating both biologically and culturally. Yet, their populations have declined dramatically in recent decades, and they are now critically endangered.So, grab your drink of choice and join us as we delve into the wonderful world of eels! Examining their natural history, surprising cultural significance, the causes of their dramatic decline, and of course, the fantastic work going on to help these incredible fish.We thoroughly enjoyed researching this episode and both came away with a real appreciation for an animal we would perhaps otherwise have overlooked.Contact:As always, please do feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions, feedback, comments, or just want to say hi! What was your favourite eel fact?The easiest way to get in touch is to ping us a message on Instagram:Steve - @a.bird.in.the.lensMatthew - @a.bug.in.the.lensLinks:https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ancient-mystery-of-european-eel-migration-unravelled-to-help-combat-decline-of-critically-endangered-specieshttps://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Anguilla_anguilla/https://www.zsl.org/what-we-do/projects/european-eel-conservationhttps://www.wwt.org.uk/news-and-stories/news/why-the-once-common-european-eel-is-now-critically-endangered-and-what-can-be-done-about-it/https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/12/eels-endangered-species-calls-to-off-european-menuLife Cycle of a European Eel | Forth Rivers Trusthttps://www.thamesestuarypartnership.org/post/what-is-r-eely-going-on?fbclid=IwAR1BdVGoyYJ3fqPbqG1cllkIaTp3bMw3lgDnCKfy1sKDeeW03Ak_yNYKSAM

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