Puffer fish cause over $2.17 million in annual damage to economy

Puffer fish cause over $2.17 million in annual damage to economy

Source: hurriyetdailynews

7/26/2024

Puffer fish cause over $2.17 million in annual damage to economy

Credit: İZMİR

The rapidly increasing population of puffer fish in the Mediterranean Sea is wreaking havoc on the economy, inflicting damages amounting to over $2.17 million, while also imperiling the marine ecosystem, an expert has warned.

Associate Professor İnci Tüney from Ege University’s Biology Department emphasized that puffer fish are known for posing significant challenges in various ecosystems due to their ability to consume a wide range of creatures with their strong tooth structures.

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