Thousands of dead fish wash up on Gqeberha beaches — authorities investigate

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Thousands of fish have washed up dead along Gqeberha’s beaches, with sardines making up most of the deaths.

Scientists are investigating whether pilchard herpesvirus, an algal bloom or sudden ocean temperature changes are to blame, while experts warn the die-off could affect marine life and the fishing industry.

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