We can't find the internet
Attempting to reconnect
Something went wrong!
Hang in there while we get back on track
Papers
61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to First evidence of microplastic pollution in mangrove sediments and its ingestion by coral reef fish: Case study in Biawak Island, Indonesia
ClearMicroplastic contamination in fish harvested from the estuarine mangrove forest of Banda Aceh City, Indonesia
Microplastics were detected in both the digestive tracts and flesh of three fish species — mullet, glassfish, and mudskipper — caught from mangrove forest waters of Banda Aceh City, Indonesia. All three species showed contamination, with mudskippers having the highest particle counts, and the plastic fragments were traced to domestic and industrial waste sources. The presence of microplastics in the edible flesh of these fish is particularly concerning since they are consumed locally, representing a direct route of human exposure through seafood.
The pervasiveness of microplastic contamination in the gastrointestinal tract of fish from the western coast of Bangladesh
Researchers found microplastics in every individual fish examined from the western coast of Bangladesh, with an average of 7.1 particles per specimen, and demersal species accumulating more microplastics than pelagic species near the world's largest mangrove ecosystem.
The presence of microplastics in the digestive tract of commercial fishes off Pantai Indah Kapuk coast, Jakarta, Indonesia
Commercial fish from nine species collected at the Pantai Indah Kapuk coast in Jakarta were dissected for microplastics, with 97.13% of 174 fish containing an average of ~12 particles per individual dominated by fibers and fragments of PE, PP, and PS. The study documents near-universal microplastic contamination in urban coastal fisheries in Indonesia with implications for seafood consumers.
Prevalence of microplastic contamination in the digestive tract of fishes from mangrove ecosystem in Cispata, Colombian Caribbean
Scientists examined the digestive tracts of fish from mangrove ecosystems in Cispata, Colombian Caribbean, finding microplastics in multiple species and suggesting that mangrove habitats concentrate microplastic pollution in ways that expose fish inhabiting these nursery areas.
Occurrence And Abundance Of Microplastics In Coral Reef Sediment: A Case Study In Sekotong, Lombok-Indonesia
Microplastics were found in coral reef sediments in Sekotong, Lombok, Indonesia, with possible contributions from ocean current transport through the Indonesian Throughflow. The findings highlight that microplastic contamination has reached Indonesia's coral reef ecosystems, which are among the most biodiverse on Earth.
Microplastics Dissemination from Fish Mugil dussumieri and Mangrove Water of Muara Teluknaga, Tangerang, Banten
Researchers found microplastics in the mullet fish Mugil dussumieri and in mangrove water in Indonesia, documenting the presence of plastic contamination across both a commercially important fish species and a sensitive coastal ecosystem. The findings raise concerns about microplastic exposure for communities that rely on mangrove fisheries.
Identification of the composition and abundance of microplastics in the digestive tract of fish in the Banjaran River, Banyumas District
Researchers identified and quantified microplastic composition and abundance in digestive tract contents of wild-caught fish from a coastal fishery, documenting ingestion rates, polymer types, and particle morphologies across multiple commercially important species.
Microplastic Characteristic Found in Gastrointestinal Tract of Pelagic and Demersal Fishes in Tuban, East Java
Researchers found microplastics in the gastrointestinal tracts of both pelagic and demersal fish species, documenting plastic ingestion across different feeding guilds and ocean depths. The study adds to growing evidence of widespread microplastic contamination throughout marine food webs.
Microplastics Characteristics in Water and Sediment From Three Ecosystems on Sari Ringgung Beach, Pesawaran Regency, Lampung Province
Researchers sampled water and sediment across mangrove, seagrass, and coral reef ecosystems at an Indonesian beach, finding microplastic contamination in all three habitats with the mangrove ecosystem showing the highest concentrations — up to 467 particles per kilogram of sediment. Fibers, films, and fragments smaller than 1 mm were the most common forms found, highlighting widespread microplastic pollution across multiple coastal ecosystem types.
Abundance and Characteristics of Microplastics Found in The Gastrointestinal Tract of Commercial Marine Fish from Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Researchers analyzed microplastic abundance and characteristics in the gastrointestinal tracts of commercial marine fish from Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, providing the first data on seafood microplastic contamination from one of the country's major fisheries production centers.
Microplastics accumulation in sediments and Periophthalmus waltoni fish, mangrove forests in southern Iran
Researchers quantified microplastic contamination in sediments and mudskipper fish from mangrove forests in southern Iran. They found over 2,600 plastic particles across samples, with higher concentrations at high-tide collection points, and fibers being the most common particle shape. The study demonstrates that mangrove ecosystems serve as sinks for microplastic pollution, with evidence of particle accumulation in fish tissues raising concerns about food web contamination.
Differential Presence of Microplastics and Mesoplastics in Coral Reef and Mangrove Fishes in Isla Grande, Colombia
Researchers found that fish from mangrove ecosystems in the Colombian Caribbean contained higher levels of microplastics and mesoplastics than fish from coral reef environments, suggesting that habitat type significantly influences plastic ingestion rates in marine fish species.
Micro-contaminant, but immense impact: Source and influence of diethyl phthalate plasticizer on bottom-dwelling fishes
Researchers tracked microplastic accumulation in mangrove sediments along a tropical coastline, finding concentrations up to 1,200 particles per kilogram of dry sediment. Mangroves appear to act as sinks for floating plastic debris, with fibers dominating the assemblage.
Microplastic pollution in the surface waters, sediments, and wild crabs of mangrove ecosystems of East Java, Indonesia
Researchers surveyed microplastic contamination across ten mangrove ecosystems in East Java, Indonesia, finding microplastics in surface water, sediment, and wild crabs — with each crab containing an average of 48 plastic particles in its gills and digestive tract, more than 60% of which were fibers. The strong correlation between sediment contamination and microplastics found inside the crabs points to a pathway through which plastics enter the marine food web.
¬Occurrence of Microplastic Ingestion by Commercial Fish Species from the Pangempang Estuary in Indonesia
Five commercially important marine fish species from the Pangempang Estuary in Indonesia were examined for microplastic ingestion, with particles found in the digestive organs of all species tested.
Abundance of Microplastics in Mangrove Sediments on Pari Island, Jakarta Bay, Indonesia
Researchers sampled mangrove sediments on Pari Island in Jakarta Bay in two seasons and identified microplastics by shape, color, size, and polymer type, finding that seasonal variation affected abundance and distribution. The study documents microplastic accumulation in a mangrove ecosystem adjacent to the Indonesian capital.
Abundance and Characteristics of Microplastics Found in The Gastrointestinal Tract of Commercial Marine Fish from Bitung, North Sulawesi – Indonesia
Researchers analyzed microplastic abundance and characteristics in the gastrointestinal tracts of commercial marine fish from Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, providing baseline contamination data for commercially important species from a major Indonesian fisheries region.
Microplastic Abundance in The Flesh, Gills, and Stomachs of Pelagic Fish in Muncar Water, Banyuwangi, East Java
Researchers analyzed microplastic content in the flesh, gills, and stomachs of two commercially important fish species from Muncar Waters, East Java, finding 1,322 total particles with the highest abundance in flesh (40%), and fragments as the dominant particle type.
Accumulation of Microplastics and Histological Analysis on Marine Fish from Coastal Waters of Baru and Trisik Beaches, Special Region of Yogyakarta
Researchers assessed microplastic accumulation in marine fish from coastal waters of Baru and Trisik Beaches in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, finding microplastics in fish digestive tracts and surface waters, with river outflow serving as a major dispersal pathway for plastic pollution.
Analisis Mikroplastik Di Insang Dan Saluran Pencernaan Ikan Karang Di Tiga Pulau Kecil Dan Terluar Papua, Indonesia: Kajian Awal
This Indonesian pilot study investigated microplastic contamination in the gills and gastrointestinal tracts of reef fish from three remote small islands off the coast of Papua, finding microplastics in all fish examined. Even in highly remote areas with minimal local human activity, reef fish are ingesting microplastics transported by ocean currents from distant pollution sources.
Microplastic Contamination in Marine Fish and Shells in the Coastal Areas of Jember Regency, Indonesia
Researchers detected microplastic contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of marine fish and shellfish from coastal Jember, Indonesia, finding fibers, fragments, granules, and filaments, with contamination levels varying by species and location.
Contamination of microplastics in Brantas River, East Java, Indonesia and its distribution in gills and digestive tracts of fish Gambusia affinis
Researchers sampled water, gills, and digestive tracts of fish in Indonesia's Brantas River and found microplastics in all three, with fragments under 0.1 mm making up the majority — demonstrating that river fish are actively ingesting microplastics that then accumulate in their bodies.
Investigation of Microplastic Exposure to Marine Fish in the Marine Tourism Area of Makassar City
Researchers investigated microplastic exposure in marine fish from a tourism area in Makassar City, Indonesia, finding microplastics in fish digestive tracts with fragments and filaments predominating, indicating that plastic pollution has entered local marine food chains in a heavily visited coastal zone.
ACCUMULATION OF MICROPLASTICS (<300 µM) IN MANGROVE SEDIMENTS OF BANDA ACEH CITY, INDONESIA
Researchers measured microplastic accumulation in mangrove sediments in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, finding up to 3,840 particles per kilogram of sediment — with plastic pellets and fibers smaller than 300 micrometers being the most common types — suggesting these coastal ecosystems are acting as significant traps for plastic pollution from nearby land and waterways.