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Marine Habitats in the North Sea and Baltic Sea
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Researchers examined the threat microplastic pollution poses to marine habitats in the North Sea and Baltic Sea, highlighting the need for stronger protective policies under the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive. These regions support commercially important fisheries, making plastic contamination a concern for both ecosystem health and seafood safety.
The current debate on the global problem of plastic and microplastic inputs into marine ecosystems shows that there is an urgent need to improve the ecological status of marine ecosystems. The EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive is an expression of international...
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