November 19, 2020 By Alastair Bland Hakai Magazine
Hundreds of sea turtles and marine mammals have been choked, snared, and hooked by plastic debris.
Tabulating the Victims of Plastic Pollution
More Than 14m Tonnes of Plastic Believed to Be at the Bottom of the Ocean
October 5, 2020 By Graham Readfearn The Guardian
At least 14m tonnes of plastic pieces less than 5mm wide are likely sitting at the bottom of the world’s oceans, according to an estimate based on new research.
‘Tons And Tons of Fishing Equipment’: B.C. Tour Operators Clean Up Ocean Debris During Coronavirus Pandemic
September 15, 2020 By Matt Simmons The Narwhal
Waste from fishing industry accounts for about 70 per cent of garbage collected in 61-tonne haul, according to captain on expedition supported by provincial government.