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The American Eel

IMG_0476 (2)The American Eel was once the most abundant fish in this region; now extirpated, the fish has not been caught in the waters of the Land Between since 1984.

This fish is a global icon and marker of climate change and development.

It spawns in the Sargasso Sea and when reaching the waters of North America and Greenland, these fish seemingly morph, becoming female: The breeders of future generations are the best swimmers.

The American Eel was integral to the culture, practices, health and identity of First Nations, and is arguably the reason that European Settlers could overwinter in this otherwise harsh landscape.

Find out more about this majestic manna:

TLB’s Booklet on The American Eel

Poster- Do You Remember Me?

Otonabee Pimizi American eel (Anguilla rostrata) on the Journey to the Land Between Draft #4 2007 06 03

TLB Podcasts on the American Eel

 

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We respectfully acknowledge that The Land Between is located within Williams Treaty 20 Mississauga Anishinaabeg territory and Treaty 61 Robinson-Huron treaty territory, in the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. The Land Between respectfully acknowledges that these First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come. 

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