There is something happening in Maine, which is notable in itself because, well, Maine. But it's also notable because it involves Native Americans, the government, and obviously lots of money. Oh, and these crazy-expensive, glass-colored baby eels. So, these eels. They're called elvers, and in North America they're usually born near the Bahamas and then carried up the East Coast—as far north as Canada—by currents. The Economist says they "look rather like clear noodles." They're worth about $2,600 a pound. For reference: uranium is around $42.25 per pound, silver $445 per pound, ... Read More
