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^{Marine debris is any man-made, solid material that enters waterways directly through littering or indirectly via rivers, streams and storm drains. Marine debris can be simple items such as a discarded soda can, cigarette butt, or plastic bag that ends up in the ocean potentially harming marine life. Nearly 80 percent of marine debris originates from land-based sources.}

^{Lost or abandoned commercial and recreational fishing nets, lines, pots, and traps are another form of marine debris, categorized as derelict fishing gear (DFG). These items, whether discarded intentionally or lost accidentally, may sit on the seafloor, get caught on rocky or coral reefs, or float on the ocean surface. The majority of this lost gear does not decompose in seawater and can remain in the marine environment for many years. Often this gear continues to trap and even kill marine animals, a phenomenon known as “ghost fishing.”} 

]]> 2017-03-20 18:40:10 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161296298 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161303206 2017-03-20 19:00:17 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161303206 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161303779 How does marine debris harm humans?
How does marine debris harm the ocean ecosystem?
What actions can I take to reduce marine debris?]]> 2017-03-20 19:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161303779 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161307953 video.nationalgeographic.com/video/short-film-showcase/are-you-eating-plastic-for-dinner]]> 2017-03-20 19:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161307953 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161332665 2017-03-20 21:02:30 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161332665 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161334214 The name “garbage patch” is a misnomer. There is no island of trash forming in the middle of the ocean nor a blanket of trash that can be seen with satellite or aerial photographs.
This is likely because much of thedebris found here is small bits of
floating plastic not easily seen from a boat. ]]> 2017-03-20 21:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161334214 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161334365 What can we do?
• Get involved! Participate in local cleanups in your area.
• Remember that the land and sea, no matter where you are, are connected.
• Reduce the amount of waste you produce.
• Reuse items whenever possible. Choose reusable items over disposable ones.
• Recycle as much as possible. Bottles, cans, cell phones, ink cartridges, and many other items can be
recycled.]]> 2017-03-20 21:12:23 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161334365 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161336116 2017-03-20 21:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161336116 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161339853 2017-03-20 21:47:51 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161339853 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161340055 2017-03-20 21:49:35 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161340055 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161340858 Marine debris is harmful to both humans and the ocean ecosystem.
Simple lifestyle changes can reduce marine debris.
Simple lifestyle changes can dramatically reduce harmful marine debris.]]> 2017-03-20 21:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161340858 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161495579 Good suggestions for prevention - how individuals can help.]]> 2017-03-21 13:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161495579 melinda_schipper https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161498150 2017-03-21 13:54:05 UTC https://padlet.com/melinda_schipper/5i5uuwonkngf/wish/161498150