Whale found dead with 100kg ‘litter ball’ in stomach

‘The amount of plastic in the stomach is horrific, must have compromised digestion, and serves to demonstrate the hazards marine litter can cause to marine life,’ say experts.

The Independent

Last updated on 09 December 2019

Type: 
Media Watch
Country: 
United Kingdom
Threats: 
Pollution
Species group: 
Marine mammals