Atrazine causes intersex problems across many species
There are many problems with commercial agriculture. The use of many thousands of toxic Biocides of many kinds cause deformations and malformation in many animals. These include fish amphibians, birds and people. What kind of unintended effect are known for the herbicide Atrazine in disrupting hormone functions in animals, including Amphibians, fish, Birds and mammals? Atrazine , an herbicide widely used in agriculture, has been studied for its potential effects on hormone function in various animals, including amphibians, fish, birds, and mammals. Here are some of the unintended effects that have been observed: Amphibians: Atrazine exposure has been linked to feminization of male frogs , leading to the development of female reproductive organs (gonadal intersex) and altered mating behaviors. It can also affect thyroid hormone levels, metamorphosis, and immune function in amphibians. Fish: Atrazine exposure in fish has been shown to disrupt the endocrine s...