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Biodiversity fears as human-bred hybrid fish integrate into Philippines lake
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Lake Sampaloc, a lake situated in a volcanic crater in the Philippines, is a unique ecosystem that supports a variety of native species. The introduction of non-native species, such as the flowerhorn cichlids, can potentially disrupt the delicate balance of the lake's ecosystem and lead to unintended consequences. The Philippines is home to a rich array of biodiversity, and the impact of invasive species on native ecosystems is a growing concern in the country.
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Biodiversity fears as human-bred hybrid fish integrate into Philippines lake
Escaped flowerhorn cichlids in Lake Sampaloc are causing concern for native species and about parasites capable of infecting humans
Escaped ornamental aquarium fish have integrated into a local ecosystem in the Philippines, but scientists say they may be threatening the native biodiversity of the lake.
Flowerhorn cichlids – human-bred hybrid fish prized for their bright-gold colour and prominent head humps – are beli…
17 Jul, 14:00
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