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Jakarta Launches Mass Event To Tackle Toxic Invasive Fish In Polluted Rivers

Invasive suckermouth catfish are caught during a mass river cleanup in Jakarta, Indonesia, on April 17, 2026. The large-scale cleanup is prompted by laboratory findings showing the fish contain dangerous levels of heavy metals. Laboratory test results indicate that nearly all sampled fish exceed the safe threshold of 0.3 milligrams, posing significant health risks if consumed. (Photo by Agoes Rudianto/NurPhoto)