https://doi.org/10.51514/JSTR.6.2.2025.30-36
Pawan Kumar
ABSTRACT
Air quality significantly influences the aquatic ecosystem, impacting water bodies and aquatic organisms through the deposition of airborne pollutants. This research paper investigates the relationship between air pollution and the decline in fish populations in the Sone River, Dehri on Sone, Bihar. Using primary data collection, including fish population surveys, water quality analyses, and air quality monitoring, this study explores the effects of specific airborne pollutants, including particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO₂), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), on the aquatic environment. The findings reveal a correlation between deteriorating air quality and declining fish populations, underscoring the need for integrated environmental management strategies to mitigate the impact of air pollution on aquatic life.
Keywords: Air quality, aquatic life, fish population, Sone River, pollution, biodiversity, environmental impact etc.