The big plastic problem

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The big plastic problem

Where is it coming from?

What problems is it causing? The plastics are causing huge problems for marine life including: Choking animals Destroying habitats Breaking into tiny pieces and poisoning ecosystems Clogging up stomachs Fish having to move to different habitats Plastics entering the human food chain

What can you do about it? Make sure you recycle plastics Buy unpacked food Use a re-usable water bottle Use re-useable cotton bags Pick up plastics when on a walk!