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Eels have had a tumultuous history in Aotearoa, from being a prized food source to being declared vermin. Today, they are a source of pride, some even earning pet names for their unwavering loyalty to streams and waterholes. Head online this October to learn about one of the many fascinating creatures in Robert Vennell’s new book,

Secrets of the Sea: The Story of New Zealand’s Native Sea Creatures (on sale 5 October).