Parasitological Profiles of Fish from Petroleum-Impacted Freshwater Ecosystems in Delta State, Nigeria

1.0 Introduction Freshwater ecosystems support diverse biological communities and provide essential ecological and socioeconomic services, including fisheries, food production and livelihoods. Fish constitute an important component of these ecosystems but…

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Effects of Processing and Preservation Methods and the Nutritional Quality and Oxidative Stability of Selected Commercial Fish species Sold in  Port Hardcourt Nigeria

INTRODUCTION Fish is one of the most important sources of animal protein worldwide and contributes substantially to global food and nutritional security. It provides high-quality proteins containing all essential amino…

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Bioaccumulation Patterns of Potentially Toxic Elements in Edible Crabs and Associated Human Health Risks Along the Ibotirem Waterway, Andoni Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

1.0 Introduction Aquatic environments constitute critical components of the global biosphere, supporting ecological processes, food security, biodiversity maintenance, and socioeconomic activities. These ecosystems provide habitats for diverse aquatic organisms while…

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Assessment of Black Carbon (Soot) Pollution and Its Impact on Ambient Air Quality in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

Introduction  Air pollution has emerged as one of the most critical environmental challenges globally, with significant implications for human health, ecosystem integrity, and sustainable development. In developing regions, particularly oil-producing…

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Breeding record of black-winged stilt Himantopus himantopus, Small Pratincole Glareola lacteal and Black-breasted Weaver Ploceus benghalensis in anthropogenic wetland (ash dyke) of NTPC thermal power plant

Introduction  Coal-based thermal power plants remain a primary energy source in our country and are expected to continue for decades. The massive scale of production creates significant disposal challenges for…

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