Drugged fishes in lakes and streams

Started by Redpaintednavi, February 27, 2013, 02:24:08 AM

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A new study shows that the fish in lakes and streams are drugged by our release of sedative and anxiety reducing drugs. The fish alter their behaviour and become more susceptible to predation and other dangers. Also their feeding behaviour can change.

QuoteTraces of Anxiety Drug May Affect Behavior in Fish
Traces of a common psychiatric medication that winds up in rivers and streams may affect fish behavior and feeding patterns, according to a study in the journal Science published Thursday.

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/15/science/traces-of-anxiety-drug-may-affect-fish-behavior-study-shows.html?_r=2&[/&