The Asian swamp eel is causing havoc in the Everglades ecosystem due to its invasive properties. The eels are believed to have arrived in South Florida through the pet trade or the food industry. Researchers have been aware about the eels in canals since the 1990s, but they have recently started progressing into the wetlands of Everglades National Park. The eels have unique abilities to survive in South Florida’s flood and drought conditions. The eels have both gills and lungs, which enables them to survive both on water and land. A recent study reveals that the eels have wiped out … Continue reading The Devastating Impact of the Asian Swamp Eel Invasion on the Everglades Food Web