Editorial Jun 17, 2014

Saving the Japanese eel

The international designation of the Japanese eel as a species at risk of extinction underscores the need for more controlled and responsible fishing and consumption to preserve one of this nation's long-cherished food cultures.

National Jun 12, 2014

Japanese eel at high extinction risk: IUCN

The International Union for Conservation of Nature announces that the Japanese eel is now on its list of species at risk of extinction.

National Jun 22, 2013

Japanese eel may be designated an endangered species

A group of international scientists is considering designating the Japanese eel as a species at risk of extinction.