Sick Sponges Threaten Pristine Waters in World's Deepest Lake

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An unknown disease threatens the clarity of Lake Baikal in Russia, considered the deepest lake in the world. Researchers began monitoring the situation half-a-decade ago, but they have not yet found what’s making sponges sick. VOA’s Arash Arabasadi dives in.

Produced by: Arash Arabasadi