Fish are vital to aquatic ecosystems and human economies, but they face serious threats that jeopardize their populations worldwide. Overfishing removes fish faster than they can reproduce, leading to population declines and disrupted food webs. Habitat destruction, such as coral reef damage and wetland drainage, eliminates essential breeding and feeding grounds. Pollution from chemicals, plastics, and nutrients contaminates waters, harming fish health and reproduction. Climate change alters water temperatures and chemistry, affecting fish distribution and survival. Conservation efforts—including sustainable fishing practices, habitat restoration, pollution control, and marine protected areas—are essential to preserve fish diversity and ensure the long-term health of aquatic ecosystems.
Overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change are major threats to fish populations.
Conservation is important to maintain biodiversity and ecosystem health.
Sustainable fishing, protected areas, pollution control, and habitat restoration help conserve fish.
Climate change causes fish to shift their distribution.
Pollution contaminates water and disrupts fish reproduction.
Destruction of habitats causes loss of breeding and feeding areas.