American Unagi — the first-of-its-kind Waldoboro aquaculture business that grew elvers into full-sized eels — has shuttered, at least for the time being. About a dozen fishermen who netted glass eels ...

Recreational and commercial fishermen pursuing shad, herring, and American eel with commercial gear, now must obtain a free permit from the S.C. Department of Natural Resources and must report their ...

The American eel fishery has historically focused on mature eels (as shown here), which are exported around the world. But these days, there’s more money to be made from juveniles. Photo by Darren ...