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Journal of Advanced Zoology
Summary
This article examines how plastic pollution infiltrates freshwater ecosystems in Telangana, India, disrupting food webs and harming the reproductive health of aquatic organisms. A local pond case study illustrates real-world consequences and underscores the need for global strategies to protect freshwater biodiversity.
Plastic pollution has emerged as a significant environmental threat, particularly affectingaquatic ecosystems. While marine environments have been extensively studied, freshwatersystems such as rivers, lakes, and wetlands are increasingly impacted by plastic debris. Thisarticle examines the infiltration of plastics into freshwater ecosystems, their disruptionoffood webs, and adverse effects on the reproductive health of aquatic organisms. Acasestudy from a local pond in Telangana illustrates the real-world implications of plasticpollution. The findings underscore the urgent need for global strategies to mitigate plasticpollution and safeguard freshwater biodiversity.