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Endangered Sawfish Faces Deadly Mystery in Florida Waters

3/8/2025

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A troubling mystery unfolds in Florida as the endangered Smalltooth Sawfish faces a resurgence of a baffling illness, leading to erratic spinning and tragic fatalities. Dr. Mike Parsons from FGCU reports six deaths since December, probing a potential link to last year's toxic algae bloom. Unraveling this enigma is vital for the survival of these remarkable creatures.

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A troubling mystery unfolds in Florida as the endangered Smalltooth Sawfish faces a resurgence of a baffling illness, leading to erratic spinning and tragic fatalities. Dr. Mike Parsons from FGCU reports six deaths since December, probing a potential link to last year's toxic algae bloom. Unraveling this enigma is vital for the survival of these remarkable creatures.