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Plastic Pollution's Devastating Impact on Marine Life

Entanglement and Injury

Plastic debris can entangle marine animals, restricting their movement, causing injuries, and potentially leading to death.

Ingestion and Toxic Effects

Marine animals often ingest plastic, mistaking it for food. This can cause physical damage to their digestive systems and release toxic chemicals into their bodies.

Vulnerability of Marine Mammals

Marine mammals are particularly vulnerable to plastic pollution due to their long lifespans, position at the top of the food chain, and large lipid deposits, which can accumulate toxins.

Scientists have observed negative effects of plastic pollution in almost 90% of the assessed marine mammal species.