From the Sea Up
From the Sea Up shares stories of sustainability from Maine’s coastal and island communities. Produced by the Island Institute.
From the Sea Up
Sustainable Seafood - American Eel
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Island Institute
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Season 2
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Episode 5
From Aristotle and Sigmund Freud to modern day times, the eel has captivated us for generations. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the world of this mysterious and mythical fish. The American Eel is a unique creature. And in Maine the elver fishery—the harvesting of tiny juvenile glass eels—is legendary in its own right. Hear from Sara Rademaker, the founder and president of American Unagi, and those working in the industry about the history and future of this curious fish in Maine.