Mysterious Sawfish Deaths in Florida Prompt Unprecedented Rescue Effort

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Dozens of fish species, including the endangered sawfish, have been exhibiting abnormal spinning and whirling behavior off the coast of Florida, with at least 28 sawfish deaths documented. The cause of this phenomenon, which does not appear to pose a threat to humans, remains unknown, but it is suspected to be a toxin or parasite affecting the fish's neurological system. Efforts are underway to rehabilitate and release affected sawfish back into the wild, while environmental agencies continue to investigate the cause of these unusual behaviors.
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