Critically endangered and endangered eels are being sold in Hong Kong sushi restaurants. Photo: Shutterstock
Most eel eaten in Hong Kong sushi restaurants is from endangered species, study finds
- DNA analysis by University of Hong Kong finds nearly 90 per cent of eel served in 80 sushi restaurants is from endangered or critically endangered species
- The results reflect the same pattern observed in grocers and convenience stores in Hong Kong, study’s lead author says
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Critically endangered and endangered eels are being sold in Hong Kong sushi restaurants. Photo: Shutterstock