Boie'nen (Old Buhi Language)

rongaring

English: Translation

Describes a condition observed in Asian carp (introduced to Lake Buhi in the early 1900s) where they become excessively fat due to overfeeding on the lake's abundant aquatic plants. This condition leads to a weakened state, causing the fish to lethargically float near the surface, gasping for air.

Semantic Domain

Fish and marine creatures

Notes

Key Factors in the Rongaring Phenomenon in Lake Buhi\

*Introduction of non-native species*: The government's introduction of Asian carp and Nile tilapia altered the lake's ecosystem.\
*Overfeeding on aquatic plants*: The carp's feeding habits contributed to their excessive growth and weakened state.\
*Pre-commercial fish culture*: The "rongaring" condition was observed before the beginning of commercial fish culture in the 1970s.

## Impact on Lake Ecosystem
The introduction of invasive species like Asian carp has likely affected the lake's biodiversity and ecosystem balance. The carp's consumption of aquatic plants may have altered the lake's vegetation and clearly impacted native species.

Source

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