In 2012, scientists began using dragonfly larvae to reveal where mercury pollution is building up in freshwater ecosystems

Source: The Times of India· TOI Science Desk· August 17, 2026

Scientists are now harnessing dragonfly larvae to assess mercury pollution hazards in freshwater ecosystems. By integrating larvae-derived mercury data with environmental conditions, they can estimate contamination levels effectively. This innovative method p…

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