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Ecological interactions influencing microplastic loading in small terrestrial birds
2024
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Joseph M. Elias,
Clay E. Corbin,
Robert J. Smith,
Steven T. Rier
Summary
Researchers examined how ecological interactions among soil organisms influence microplastic loading in small terrestrial bird nests, finding that foraging behavior and habitat use create pathways for plastic accumulation in nest materials.
The accumulation of microplastics (MP <5mm), is an increasing global problem. MP ingestion causes intestinal blockage, and the chemicals MP readily absorb increase the risk of developmental dysfunction and other health problems. There is little resear