Tests carried out on seabirds after nurdle spill

Necropsies are being carried out on seabirds to find out the effects of microplastic pollutants.

Published on RocksNews: 7 Oct 2026, 05:24 UTC
Updated: 7 Oct 2026, 05:24 UTC
Language: English

Tests carried out on seabirds after nurdle spill — Tests carried out on seabirds after nurdle spill — Image credit: BBC News – Science & Environment

Necropsies are being carried out on seabirds to find out the effects of microplastic pollutants.

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