"Since many marine animals feed on feces, they may well ingest plastic that has changed its properties, identifying it as food. In this way, they are also exposed to microplastics, and spread them ...

Period. Bar none,” Savoca says, referring to straws, water bottles, and plastic bags. Some 700 species of marine animals have been reported—so far—to have eaten or become entangled in plastic.

Hermit crabs are small crabs that carry shells on their backs, both for a home and for safety. But with shells being harder ...

Plastic bag policies led to a 25% to 47% reduction in the amount of disposable, thin plastic bag litter on America's shorelines, the study found.

In a heartwarming tale of wildlife rescue, a young black bear in Wisconsin was saved on August 3, 2025, after wandering ...

Environment Marine animals may eat more plastic if it is biodegradable Plastics from organic sources are touted as environmentally friendly, but they appear to make an appealing meal for some ...

Scientists have used genetic engineering to produce leather that is animal- and plastic-free, the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications says in its weekly bulletin.

Cats may find plastic bags appealing because they’re often made with stearates, which are derivatives of animal fats. To your cat, they may smell delicious, and gnawing that bag might indicate a ...