Eels transported by car to the Vistula Lagoon. Scientists assisted on the way to spawning

The transfer of eels aims to reduce their mortality risk and fishing pressure in the Vistula Lagoon. Eels were caught using safe trapping tools and temporarily placed in oxygenated water. Specialists assessed their maturity and condition before transporting them in specially equipped vehicles to the Gulf of Gdańsk. The operation, conducted from October 5 to 27, involved the transfer of 9,110 silver eels, with 100 fitted with acoustic transmitters for tracking. This initiative is part of Poland's updated eel resource management plan, aiming for at least 40% of eels to reach the Sargasso Sea, funded by the European Fisheries Fund for 2021-2027.