Toxins (Basel) June 2020 PMID 32521650

Harmful Algal Bloom Toxicity in Tadpoles.

Robin C Su, Casey M Meyers, Emily A Warner, Jessica A Garcia, Jeanine M Refsnider, Apurva Lad, Joshua D Breidenbach, Nikolai Modyanov, Deepak Malhotra, Steven T Haller, David J Kennedy

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Discussions reflect high engagement and interest, with comments emphasizing the dangerous effects of HAB toxins on tadpoles and broader ecosystems, such as 'severe liver and intestinal damage' and concerns about 'oxidative stress and carcinogenesis.' The tone varies from scientific to urgent, showing that the publication stimulates serious consideration of environmental issues.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the findings, with some emphasizing the ecological risks associated with HAB toxins.

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Discussions demonstrate high curiosity, especially with mentions of amphibian health and ecological consequences.

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Comments include technical references to toxic effects and broader implications, indicating moderate to deep engagement.

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Several posts highlight the potential ecological and conservation impacts, indicating that the publication is perceived as significant.

Abstract in brief

Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) contain toxins like microcystins that pose health risks to aquatic life, including the potential for toxins to move through the food chain.
The study shows that brief exposure (7 days) to HAB toxins causes severe liver and intestinal damage in American bullfrog tadpoles, such as intestinal distension and liver cell changes linked to oxidative stress and possible carcinogenesis.
These findings highlight the significant adverse effects of HAB toxins on amphibian health, underscoring the need to assess their impact on other vulnerable species and the broader ecosystem.

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Harmful Algal Bloom Toxicity Effects on Tadpoles' Health

Harmful Algal Blooms contain toxins like microcystins that pose health risks to aquatic life, including the potential for toxins to move through the food chain. The study shows that brief exposure to HAB toxins causes…

Madison Mellott · Apr 11, 2022 29 views

Harmful Algal Bloom Toxicity Effects on Tadpole Health and Ecosystems

Harmful Algal Blooms contain toxins like microcystins that pose health risks to aquatic life. Brief exposure causes severe liver and intestinal damage in tadpoles, highlighting the need to assess broader ecosystem…

Madison Mellott · Apr 6, 2022 21 views

Nick Crosbie

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Harmful Algal Bloom Toxicity in Lithobates catesbeiana Tadpoles. https://t.co/h1dOUeeUZR https://t.co/ZOdvcyFG4k

Jun 12, 2020 · 38 followers View post →

Bioaccum. papers

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Harmful Algal Bloom Toxicity in Lithobates catesbeiana Tadpoles. https://t.co/hm9A57e0cf https://t.co/wZIfFUiGzu

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