The study, published in the pharmaceutical journal “Environmental Science & Technology,” found that Prozac exposure led to a significant decrease in the guppy’s reproductive success. This decline was attributed to the drug’s interference with the fish’s endocrine system, disrupting the delicate balance of hormones that regulate reproduction. The study’s findings are particularly concerning because they suggest that pharmaceutical pollution, a growing concern in many parts of the world, could have far-reaching consequences for aquatic ecosystems.

* Dr. Upama Aich, co-lead author of a study, highlighted the impact of pharmaceutical pollution on guppies. * The study found that guppies exposed to pharmaceuticals showed altered reproductive behavior and development. * Dr.