breeding

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The district is treating river breeding sites to reduce populations, but warns this might take several weeks to take effect.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

She laid blame on social media, saying the internet was a "breeding ground" that made it possible for major powers to persuade people to "engage in espionage and spread propaganda" in exchange for payment.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Spikes in black fly activity are often caused by scheduled water releases from upstream dams, which are necessary for the region’s water management but also create ideal breeding conditions for the pests.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Fish species that undertake mammoth migrations through rivers, lakes and ponds are facing a combined threat from dams, pollution and overfishing preventing them from reaching their breeding grounds.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

“Dorian is more inclined to associate with ladies of better breeding and beauty.”

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas