In this study, we investigated the levels of heavy metals in sediment, shrimps, silver catfish
and their potential bioaccumulation, trophic transfer and the associated risk to human health …

Baby corn (Zea mays L.) is an immature type of corn harvested when the silk length
becomes 2–3 inches long and consumed as raw or cooked. However, in recent years the …

Background The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the prevalence of heavy
metal contamination in fish, fruits, and vegetables in Southwest Nigeria. The review focused …

In this study, we investigated the growth dynamics and otolith shape asymmetry of two fish
species, Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus (CN) and Oreochromis niloticus (ON), within urbanized …

Introduction Heavy metal pollution threatens the biodiversity and ecological equilibrium of
the Nile River. This study investigates the impact of heavy metal pollution on aquatic animals …

Anthropogenic impacts and the accumulation of heavy metals in water bodies have
increased significantly as a result of increased urbanisation, endangering both aquatic biota …

Osun River is a major river in the Ogun-Osun River Basin and contributes significantly to fish
production and quality source of protein. It is therefore essential to investigate the condition …

Abstract Epe Lagoon in Lagos State, Nigeria, is a notable lagoon in the country that provides
important ecosystem and economic services such as fishing, agriculture, transportation, and …

ABSTRACT Background and Objective: Fish tend to accumulate heavy metals from the
aquatic ecosystem due to their high trophic position in the food chain. This study was carried …

Heavy metal pollution threatens the biodiversity and ecological equilibrium of the Nile River.
This study investigates the impact of heavy metal pollution on aquatic animal as Nile tilapia …