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Threats to Habitat

Marine Debris

Habitats Affected: Water column, ocean hard bottom

Common Sources: Storm drains, accidental and intentional littering

Impacts

Fish, reptiles, birds and mammals can become entangled in debris, leading to

loss of mobility
increased mortality
greater risk of infection

Ingestion of debris by organisms can also have lethal or sublethal effects

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