Asian swamp eels are a concern primarily because they can arrive in waterways through everyday human behavior. While some local impacts are uncertain or limited, research suggests the potential for ...

There’s another invader wreaking havoc on the Everglades ecosystem, and it’s a slimy fish with a voracious, indiscriminate appetite. Like so many other invasive species, such as iguanas and pythons, ...

In the slow-moving canals and shadowy marshes of the Florida Everglades live some of the most dangerous creatures. You probably think I’m referring to alligators or crocodiles. I’m not. Nor am I ...

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Aquatic invasive species cause significant harm in Georgia. State officials ask for public help to combat them and protect ...

Another invasive species is moving secretly into Florida: the Asian swamp eel. University of Florida researchers are asking for the public's help to track the elusive fish. Here's what to look for and ...

The invasive Asian swamp eel is threatening the Florida Everglades by disrupting the food web. This predatory fish has caused an 80% loss of the prey base for wading birds in some areas. Likely ...

The airboat engine with long metal rods at the front sputtered to a stop as researchers stood ready with long nets off Tamiami Trail. In the afternoon sun, electrodes dipped into the shallow, ...

South Florida's canals and wetlands are ideal habitats for invasive Asian swamp eels. The University of Florida wants the public's help to track them.