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This is a supplementary research dataset (not a standalone paper) containing raw microplastic particle counts from tissue samples of two commercially important fish species, Megalaspis cordyla and skipjack tuna, used to support a peer-reviewed manuscript on fish microplastic contamination.
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This is a supplementary research dataset (not a standalone paper) containing raw microplastic particle counts from tissue samples of two commercially important fish species, Megalaspis cordyla and skipjack tuna, used to support a peer-reviewed manuscript on fish microplastic contamination.
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This is a supplementary research dataset (not a standalone paper) containing raw microplastic particle counts from tissue samples of two commercially important fish species, Megalaspis cordyla and skipjack tuna, used to support a peer-reviewed manuscript on fish microplastic contamination.
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Researchers compiled a complete microplastic particle dataset extracted from tissue samples of two commercially important marine fish species, Megalaspis cordyla and Katsuwonus pelamis (skipjack tuna), using standardized digestion and stereomicroscopy-based identification protocols.
Analysis the Abundance and Composition of Microplastics in Skipjack Fish (Katsuwonus pelamis) at Muara Angke Fish Auction
Researchers analyzed the abundance and composition of microplastics in the digestive tracts of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) collected from Muara Angke Fish Auction in Indonesia, using 10% KOH digestion to extract microplastics and assess contamination levels in a commercially important marine species.
Toxic tuna tales: Tracing microplastic pathways in mackerel tuna (Euthynnus affinis), longtail tuna (Thunnus tonggol), and bullet tuna (Auxis rochei)
Researchers examined 125 tuna from three species in Malaysian waters and found microplastics in their digestive tracts, gills, and edible muscle tissue. Fibers were the most common type, and male fish accumulated more microplastics than females. Since tuna is one of the most widely consumed fish globally, the presence of microplastics in edible muscle tissue raises direct concerns about human exposure through seafood.
Environmental and ecological risk of microplastics in the surface waters and gastrointestinal tract of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) around the Lakshadweep Islands, India
This study assessed microplastic contamination in surface waters and the gastrointestinal tracts of skipjack tuna around the Lakshadweep Islands, India. Researchers found widespread microplastic presence in both environmental and biological samples, indicating that even remote oceanic island ecosystems are affected by plastic pollution.
Microplastics Ingestion by Skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) in Ternate, North Maluku - Indonesia
Researchers found microplastics in the digestive tracts of skipjack tuna collected from Indonesian waters, with plastic particles present in most fish examined. Since tuna is widely consumed, the findings raise concerns about human exposure to microplastics through seafood.
From prey to predators: Evidence of microplastic trophic transfer in tuna and large pelagic species in the southwestern Tropical Atlantic
Researchers found evidence of microplastic trophic transfer from prey to tuna and large pelagic predators in the southwestern Tropical Atlantic, demonstrating that plastic contamination moves through marine food chains to economically important fish species.
Microplastic Bioaccumulation in Selected Finfish Species Harvested from Northwest Coastal Waters, Sri Lanka: A Potential Risk to Human Health?
Researchers analyzed microplastic bioaccumulation in edible and non-edible tissues of four finfish species from northwest coastal Sri Lanka, finding that 96% of samples were contaminated with particles in the 0.06-0.11 mm range. Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) showed the highest MP levels in edible muscle tissue at 1.1 MP/g, raising concerns about human dietary exposure.
Microplastic contamination in the Skipjack Tuna (Euthynnus affinis) collected from Southern Coast of Java, Indonesia
Researchers examined the digestive tracts of skipjack tuna collected from the southern coast of Java, Indonesia, and found microplastics present in all sampled fish. The most common microplastics were fibers and fragments, primarily made of polyethylene and polypropylene. The findings raise concerns about microplastic contamination in commercially important fish species consumed by humans in the region.
Occurrence, characteristics and distribution of microplastics in commercial marine fishes of the Bay of Bengal
Scientists found microplastics in the muscles, guts, and gills of six commercially important fish species from the Bay of Bengal, identifying over 7,000 particles total. Polyethylene and polypropylene fibers were the most common types, and tuna had the highest contamination levels. Since these fish are widely consumed by people in the region, the findings highlight a direct dietary exposure pathway for microplastics to reach humans through seafood.
Study of the presence of macroplastics and microplastics in the stomach content of juvenile bluefin tunas and their diet in the Mediterranean Sea.
Researchers studied the occurrence of both macroplastics and microplastics in the stomach contents of juvenile Atlantic bluefin tuna in the Mediterranean Sea, examining how widespread plastic pollution in one of the world's most contaminated seas affects a commercially and ecologically important large predator.
Detection of microplastics, polymers and additives in edible muscle of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) and bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) caught in the Mediterranean Sea
Researchers detected microplastics — ranging from 140 to 270 particles per kilogram of edible muscle — in swordfish and bluefin tuna caught in the Mediterranean Sea, with polypropylene being the most common polymer type in both species. This confirms that microplastic contamination has reached large, commercially important fish consumed by people across the region.
Identification of Microplastic in the Digestive Tracts of Mackerel Tuna, Lemuru and Sea Water from Pangandaran, Indonesia
Researchers examined the digestive tracts of mackerel tuna and lemuru fish from coastal waters in Pangandaran, Indonesia, and found microplastics in both species. Mackerel tuna contained mostly fragment-type microplastics while lemuru had primarily fiber-type particles, with polypropylene and polyester identified as the dominant polymer types. The study highlights the extent of microplastic contamination in commercially important fish species and the potential for human exposure through seafood consumption.
A Systematic Review of Microplastic Contamination in Tuna Species: General Pathways into the Food Chain with Ecotoxicological and Human Health Perspectives
This systematic review found that tuna species worldwide contain significant levels of microplastics, especially polyethylene and polypropylene, concentrated in their gills and digestive tracts. Since tuna is one of the most widely consumed fish globally, these findings mean that eating tuna is a direct route for microplastic exposure in the human diet.
Experimental development of a new protocol for extraction and characterization of microplastics in fish tissues: First observations in commercial species from Adriatic Sea
Researchers developed and tested a new protocol for the extraction and characterization of microplastics from environmental samples, optimizing steps for recovery efficiency and polymer identification accuracy.
Assessment of microplastic contamination in an eastern Pacific tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) and evaluation of its health risk implication through molecular docking and metabolomics studies
Researchers found microplastic contamination across multiple organs of skipjack tuna from the Eastern Pacific, with molecular docking and metabolomics analyses revealing potential health risks from microplastic-associated chemical exposure through seafood consumption.
MPs in fish species
Researchers compiled a global dataset of microplastic-contaminated fish species spanning thousands of species across six continents, integrating taxonomic, spatial, and ecological dimensions to provide a comprehensive resource for understanding the scope of microplastic ingestion in fish.
MPs in fish species
Researchers compiled a global dataset of microplastic-contaminated fish species spanning thousands of species across six continents, integrating taxonomic, spatial, and ecological dimensions to provide a comprehensive resource for understanding the scope of microplastic ingestion in fish.
MIKROPLASTIK PADA INSANG DAN SALURAN PENCERNAAN DIIKAN TONGKOL Euthynnus affinis (Cantor, 1849) DAN IKAN TERIStolephorus indicus (van Hasselt, 1823) HASIL TANGKAPANNELAYAN PPP LEMPASING
Researchers examined microplastics in the gills and digestive tracts of two commercially important fish species — bullet tuna (Euthynnus affinis) and Indian anchovy (Stolephorus indicus) — caught by fishers at PPP Lempasing, Indonesia. The study documented microplastic contamination in both fish organs, with findings reflecting the contribution of Indonesia's significant marine plastic waste load to microplastic ingestion in coastal fisheries.
Study of the presence of macroplastics and microplastics in the stomach content of juvenile bluefin tunas and their diet in the Mediterranean Sea.
Researchers examined microplastic and macroplastic ingestion in juvenile bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus, 20-40 cm) captured in recreational fishing contests at multiple sites along the Spanish Mediterranean coast, studying 300 individuals to assess stomach contents and dietary interactions. The study represented the first investigation of microplastic ingestion and its relationship to prey diet in juvenile bluefin tuna, a commercially and ecologically important top predator.
Microplastic contamination in large migratory fishes collected in the open Atlantic Ocean
Researchers found microplastic contamination in large migratory fish collected during a circumnavigation of the Atlantic Ocean, with all seven commercially important species containing microplastics predominantly as fibers in their gastrointestinal tracts.
Microplastic pollution in the Indian Ocean: Fiber-dominated contamination and comparative bioaccumulation in Auxis thazard and Symplectoteuthis oualaniensis
Researchers surveyed microplastic pollution across 32 sites in the Indian Ocean and in the tissues of two marine species, frigate tuna and flying squid. Microplastics were detected at nearly 94% of sampling sites, predominantly fiber-shaped particles from synthetic textiles, with the Arabian Sea showing the highest concentrations. The study found evidence of microplastic bioaccumulation in both species, raising concerns about contamination moving through the marine food chain.