New research shows that wetland food sources around Waituna Lagoon help longfin eels in New Zealand grow faster and build stronger populations.
Why it mattersThe findings suggest eel recovery depends on protecting food-producing wetlands, not just protecting the fish themselves. That could change how conservation work is planned across connected river systems in New Zealand.
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