Please save us,
we need you
This campaign is a lifeline
Why are we doing this? It is simple: the eels cannot survive alone! If we fail to act, they will disappear, and that would mean saying goodbye to one of the most remarkable fish in the world.
Our goal
For starters, we want at least 30.000 signatures on our petition. We want everyone to know how grave the eels’ situation is, because only then will people change their behaviour. The more signatures, the greater the pressure on politicians will be. The countries in the European Union have made agreements to protect European eels, and is doing so by tackling illegal fishing and trade. Also solutions are being devised to guide eels safely past locks, dams and hydroelectric plants. Yet, no one is monitoring whether the countries are honouring their agreements.
What will we do with the petition?
When we are done collecting signatures, we will present them to politicians in Brussels in autumn. We want to make it clear that the eel population is on its last legs, so to speak. The only way to really help is to ensure that uniform measures are taken in all European countries. Sign up for our newsletter to find out how and when we are circulating the petition!
Thank you, Postcode Lottery!
This campaign was made possible by a donation from the Dutch National Postcode Lottery, which is a charity lottery. The campaign was initiated by two parties: RAVON and Good Fish.
RAVON (Reptile Amphibian Fish Research Netherlands) is a consultancy and research institution. We are also concerned with the protection of reptiles, amphibians and fish. This is done with the cooperation of donors and a large network of volunteers.
Good Fish wants the Netherlands to eat 100% SUSTAINABLE FISH. This means fish which are caught or farmed without damaging the environment. Our aim is to target the entire seafood chain, from producers to the catering industry and from supermarkets to consumers. In this way, we strive to promote sustainable and responsible fishing and fish farming.