Many forms of life have evolved under the “plastic continent” of the North Pacific
This part of the North Pacific has been called “plastic soup” or even “sixth continent”: it is a relatively calm sea area where waste accumulates, a terrifying symbol of human pollution. Large-scale waste collection is well-intentioned, but biologist Rebecca Helm tells us they also endanger marine biodiversity. explanation. Blue sea dragon. Photo: Shutterstock Due to … Read more