ABSTRACT
It has been known for nearly two decades that endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that act as (xeno)hormones in the environment may have adverse effects on the reproduction of affected organisms and sensitive populations. Data from controlled fi eld experiments support the hypothesis that EDCs in the aquatic environment have the potential to impact the reproductive health and persistence of various fi sh species (Kidd et al. 2007). Although controversial, ongoing research underlines the relevance of the subject for potential human health effects (Solomon and Schettler 2000).
