Deformed fish in the Vaal River raise concerns among anglers and scientists

Deformed fish in the Vaal River raise concerns among anglers and scientists

Anglers frequenting the Vaal River have expressed growing concern about the increasing prevalence of deformed fish in the waters. The phenomenon has left the angling community perturbed, with potential implications for their livelihoods.As you can imagine, this is starting to hit our businesses. If you are used to catching 10 healthy fish a day and now three of the 10 are deformed, it will hit your bottom line.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Pietersen sought help from experts to delve deeper into the matter. The exact cause remains unconfirmed, but Laubscher suggested it may be linked to a combination of pathogens and environmental changes.Meanwhile, Dr Gugulethu Moyo, the chief state veterinarian at the Gauteng department of agriculture and rural development, said the images suggest certain conditions we are aware of.

While they have identified potential issues affecting fish in the Orange River, the situation in the Vaal remains a mystery but Moyo says they have an idea what's happening.

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