Animals that live in water are more seriously affected than animals that do not live in water. But even so, animals that don’t live in polluted water are still harmed. Most animals will probably die. Some animals are even poisoned. Animals that don't die are in danger of hunting and fishing, as well as the pollution in their habitats. Organ damage, develop crippling, and fatal diseases, and reproductive failure are some effects caused by animals swallowing or inhaling oil.
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Toxic Pollutants |
Effects on Sealife |
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Mercury |
Birth Defects |
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Lead |
Nervous System Failure |
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Dioxin |
Genetic Mutations |
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PCBs |
Reproductive Failure |
