The focal species is the critically endangered European eel, but by working to conserve this species we aim to increase the health of entire aquatic ecosystems. But how? This project makes use of affordable and traditional river management techniques to achieve direct conservation outcomes, such as barrier easement . We are also running three trapping stations that help gather data on the recruitment of young eels arriving at our coast. This will enable us to better understand their migration around the UK coastline, but it can also tell us where to focus our attention to deliver the best outcomes for the eel.

Working with partners is essential for the conservation of this amazing species as the eel cares little for borders or lines on a map. This means that a collective effort is needed to protect this species. Due to financial limitations, geographically standardised practices are not always possible or necessary, but by using affordable conservation tools groups, communities, trusts, governments, etc can better understand and help this forgotten fish.

We strive to deliver an immersive project to a diverse audience, so If you would like to get involved or learn more please get in touch.

We also have brilliant online resources including lifecycle posters, infographics on the illegal eel trade and games to play at home. All online resources can be found here.