Iowa fish and wildlife adapt to periodic drought conditions
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Water shortages can affect animals and fish in the short-term, but most will adapt to the lack of moisture in the long-term, according to Iowa's hydrologist as well as a technician who has studied the topic.
Lower rainfall impacts stream flow, with recent corresponding drops in levels affecting fish, said Tim Hall, hydrology resources coordinator. And with the droppages come an increase in water temperatures, which causes stress on fish.
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