Puzzle of fish death: drought, poisons or environmental destruction?

Puzzle of fish death: drought, poisons or environmental destruction?

Majar al-Kabir, Irak - Iraqi authorities have initiated an investigation into a massive fish death in the central and southern swamps of the country. This is the latest incident in a number of similar events in recent years. Local fishermen and environmental activists are concerned about the effects that fish death has on their livelihood and the environment. According to a report by Al Jazera suffer from the regions concerned from significant changes, some of which can be attributed to climate change.

The possible causes of fish death are diverse. The main reasons include lack of oxygen, increased by low water flow, rising temperatures and the use of chemicals by fishermen. Jamal Abd Zeid, environmental representative of the province of Najaf, reported several citizens' complaints and the establishment of a technical inspection team that will examine water shortages, electrical fishing and the use of poisons. This is particularly worrying because earlier investigations have shown that these practices can lead to massive deaths in fish.

effects of the drought

In the southeast of Iraq, thousands of dead fish, especially on the banks of the Amshan River in the province of Maysan, were discovered. Experts such as the environmentalist Ahmed Saleh Neema explained that the prevailing drought resulting in temperatures and increased evaporation. This leads to a lack of oxygen and a high salinity in the water, which further deteriorates the living conditions for fish. The region has to struggle not only with natural, but also with man-made challenges that strengthen climate change, such as Iraq is one of the five countries that are most affected by climate change. The rising temperatures not only lead to lower water reserves, but also have far -reaching consequences for fishing. Climate change is a serious threat to the oceans, which form a livelihood for millions. According to the wwf , rising water temperatures and the acidification of the oceans in particular influence the fish populations, which can lead to a decrease in the catch quotas in the long term.

Future view and measures

Environmental activist Jassim al-Assadi calls for a comprehensive analysis that also takes into account agricultural pesticides that may contribute to poisoning of water. The Iraqi authorities are planning the formation of a committee to process the causes of fish death, while it is still reported that the destruction of the natural environment of Iraq increases the negative effects. This situation could not only endanger the health of the population, but also significantly influence the food chain.

Overall, Iraq faces a double challenge: the reduction of ecological damage caused by overfishing and adaptation to the already noticeable effects of climate change. In order to secure a sustainable future for fishing in the region, it is crucial to thoroughly examine the causes of fish death and to take effective measures.

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