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Dioxin Hazards to Fish, Wildlife, and Invertebrates (Classic Reprint): A Synoptic Review - Couverture souple

Eisler, Ronald

 
9781334421686: Dioxin Hazards to Fish, Wildlife, and Invertebrates (Classic Reprint): A Synoptic Review

Synopsis

Comprehensive overview of dioxin threats to wildlife and ecosystems
This synoptic review explains how polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins, especially 2,3,7,8-TCDD, enter the environment and affect fish, birds, and mammals. It outlines the range of ecological and toxicological effects and discusses why these compounds persist and accumulate in the environment.

This edition summarizes what is known about sources, exposure routes, and the potential risks to sensitive wildlife and aquatic life. It also highlights gaps in data and provides recommendations aimed at protecting wildlife and their habitats from dioxin contamination.


  • How dioxins enter ecosystems from herbicides, industrial processes, and waste disposal

  • Species-specific toxic effects and the potential for long-term harm

  • Environmental persistence, movement through air and water, and bioaccumulation in fat

  • Gaps in knowledge and practical protection strategies for wildlife and aquatic biota



Ideal for readers of environmental science, toxicology, and wildlife management who want a clear, science-based understanding of dioxin hazards and protective measures.

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