GOLDFISH
- ENVIRONMENT
News:
Doves, Goldfish Seized
During Raid from A Magician at Nerul
What's
in the news?
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A recent study published in the Journal of
Great Lakes Research, has highlighted the threats posed by the Goldfish when
released into the natural environment.
Goldfish:
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It is a freshwater fish native to East Asia belonging to the carp family
(Cyprinidae) within the order Cypriniformes, which includes carps, minnows,
loaches, and related species.
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This species is widely popular in the
aquarium hobby.
Features:
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Goldfish shows a remarkable ability to endure brief periods of complete anoxic
conditions.
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As a hardy aquatic species, goldfish
demonstrate resilience to temperature
fluctuations, pH changes, cloudy water, and even low levels of dissolved oxygen.
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When goldfish are released into natural
habitats, they have the potential to grow into large sizes and pose a threat to
indigenous marine life, contributing to the destruction of significant
ecosystems.
Threats
posed by the Goldfish:
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The triple threat posed by goldfish lies
in their widespread availability,
insatiable appetites, and bold behaviour.
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The rapid reproduction of female goldfish
allows them to breed multiple times in a single season.
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They contribute to harmful algal blooms by
consuming algae and releasing nutrients that facilitate its growth.
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Researchers describe them as voracious,
consuming more than cloud mountain minnows and nearby native species.