Microplastics have been found in the guts of sharks that live near the seabed off the UK coast.
Microplastics have been found in the guts of sharks that live near the seabed off the UK coast.
University of Exeter scientists studied four species of demersal (seabed-dwelling) shark.
Of the 46 sharks examined, 67% contained microplastics and other man-made fibres.
A total of 379 particles were found and – though the impact on the sharks’ health is unknown – the researchers say it highlights the “pervasive nature of plastic pollution”.
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Image: Microplastics have been found in the guts of sharks that live near the seabed off the UK coast. (Credit: Jake Davies)
