Slimy, snake-shaped and yellow-brown, freshwater eels swim the rivers, estuaries and the coastal waters of Asia, Oceania, Europe, Africa and North America. Despite what their name says, these fish have strong ties to the oceans: They spawn at sea and the babies drift to their freshwater habitats, piggybacking on ocean currents. Though there are 19 … Continue reading ‘Free for all’ — Dominican Republic withdraws trade protections, the latest blow to American eels’ future