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Escaped flowerhorn fish threaten biodiversity, pose potential public health risks in Laguna, Philippines

Escaped flowerhorn fish threaten biodiversity, pose potential public health risks in Laguna, Philippines
Phys.org Friday 03 July 2026, 13:20 UTC 1 min read
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A hardy aquarium fish prized for its golden hue, the ornamental Flowerhorn cichlid (Amphilophus spp.) has become a problem for the residents of San Pablo City, Laguna: It is increasingly taking on an outsized role in both the natural ecosystem and local aquaculture operations in nearby Lake Sampaloc.

A hardy aquarium fish prized for its golden hue, the ornamental Flowerhorn cichlid (Amphilophus spp.) has become a problem for the residents of San Pablo City, Laguna: It is increasingly taking on an outsized role in both the natural ecosystem and local aquaculture operations in nearby Lake Sampaloc.
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