fish kill

A 'fish kill' event involves the sudden death of numerous fish, often due to environmental factors.

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Definition

B2Environmental Science

(technical)A localized event where many fish die suddenly due to factors like pollution, low oxygen levels, or disease.

Example

  • The recent fish kill in the river was attributed to a chemical spill from a nearby factory.
  • Scientists are investigating the causes of the fish kill to prevent future occurrences.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fish kill":

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