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Freshwater Mussels Are Dying And No One Knows Why

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Human Impact on Freshwater Mussels: A Disconcerting Reality

This chapter explores the detrimental effects of human activities on freshwater mussel populations, focusing on pollution and habitat destruction. It underscores the urgency for conservation strategies, including the establishment of hatcheries to combat their decline.

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