Marine plastic pollution

Marine plastic pollution is a big problem that happens when people throw plastic things into the ocean, like bottles and bags. These plastics float around in the water and get into the stomachs of fish, turtles, and other sea animals, which can hurt or even kill them.

When plastic is thrown in the ocean, it never really goes away. It just breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces called microplastics. These microplastics can be eaten by tiny creatures at the bottom of the ocean food chain, and then move up to bigger animals.

The plastic in the ocean can also hurt plants and coral reefs, which many animals depend on for their homes and food. And when plastic breaks down, it can release bad chemicals into the water that can harm animals and humans too.

That is why it is important for people to throw away plastic properly, and to reduce the amount of plastic they use. It is important to remember that everything we do on land can impact the ocean and the animals that live there. So let's all help keep the ocean clean and safe for all the creatures that live in it!