Mediterranean Sea 'accumulating zone of plastic debris'

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Large quantities of plastic debris are building up in the Mediterranean Sea, say scientists.

A survey found around one thousand tonnes of plastic floating on the surface, mainly fragments of bottles, bags and wrappings.
The Mediterranean Sea's biological richness and economic importance means plastic pollution is particularly hazardous, say Spanish researchers.

Plastic has been found in the stomachs of fish, birds, turtles and whales.

Very tiny pieces of plastic have also been found in oysters and mussels grown on the coasts of northern Europe.

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http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-32145976

[PoliticAverse]

1. Stop dunping garbage into the oceans and seas already... n/t

[KoKo]

2. Sifters....Find the Technology to Scoop it UP!

I know we can't yet get the small bits...but, the longer it stays there the more it breaks down into the small bits. Get it when it is still floating. At least it is a Start!

Its disgusting this hasn't been addressed since it was found in the Pacific Ocean, years ago.