Fish induce production of a particular antibody in their gills in response to pathogen exposure, researchers report at the conclusion of work that could lead to improved fish vaccines for aquaculture.

Fish exposed to high levels of microfibers in their tank water for 21 days exhibited aneurysms, fused membranes and increased mucus production in their gills as well as significant changes to the ...

Chronic exposure to microplastic fibers causes aneurysms, erosion of surface layers and other serious damage to fish gills, and increases egg production in female fish, a sign that chemicals in the ...

How do fish breathe underwater and the differences between gills and lungs. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Like humans ...

A new study from Duke University has found that chronic exposure to microplastic fibers can cause aneurysms, erosion of surface layers, and other serious damage to fish gills. The study also found ...

Active shark species like the mako and great white shark tend to swim closer to the surface because of their need for speed.

DURHAM, N.C. -- Chronic exposure to microplastic fibers causes aneurysms, erosion of surface layers and other serious damage to fish gills, and increases egg production in female fish, a sign that ...

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“There were severe changes, and a lot of them. And each change can affect respiration,” Chernick said. “If you’re a fish in the wild with gill damage and you’re in a low-oxygen environment or being ...