A new study finds that freshwater lakes across North America and Europe are becoming noticeably browner, reducing underwater visibility and reshaping fish populations. Popular sport fish like trout and bass decline in darker waters, while walleye and northern pike—better adapted to low-light conditions—become more abundant. The shift could transform both lake ecosystems and the fishing experience for millions of anglers.

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