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ClearAbundance and characteristics of microplastic in cultured green mussels Perna viridis in Sorsogon Bay, Philippines
Researchers found microplastics in cultured green mussels (Perna viridis) from Sorsogon Bay, Philippines, ranging from 0.31 to 2.57 items per individual, with smaller-sized mussels showing the highest MP loads and organosiloxane and polyethylene terephthalate as the dominant polymer types.
Preliminary study on Microplastics in Bivalves Perna viridis, Crassostrea iredalei, and Venerupis philippinarum Harvested from Bacoor Bay, City of Bacoor, Cavite
Researchers investigated the presence, quantity, and size of microplastics ingested by three commercially important bivalve species -- Perna viridis, Crassostrea iredalei, and Venerupis philippinarum -- harvested from Bacoor Bay in the Philippines. The study found microplastic contamination across all three species, highlighting risks of human exposure through consumption of these commercially harvested shellfish.
LEVELS OF MICROPLASTICS IN MUSSELS (Perna viridis) AND MANILA CLAM (Venerupis philippinarum) IN BACOOR CITY, CAVITE AND CALATAGAN, BATANGAS, PHILIPPINES
Researchers in the Philippines found microplastics in both mussels and Manila clams from two coastal locations, with mussels from the more urbanised Bacoor City site containing the highest amounts. Because these shellfish are consumed frequently — sometimes daily — by local communities, the findings point to a regular dietary route of microplastic exposure for the population.
Microplastic in Sediments and Ingestion Rates in Three Edible Bivalve Mollusc Species in a Southern Philippine Estuary
Researchers found 2,258 microplastic particles in sediments of Panguil Bay in the southern Philippines and documented active ingestion of microplastics by three species of edible tropical bivalve molluscs, with fibers and dark-colored particles the most abundant types.
Qualitative Assessment and Management of Microplastics in Asian Green Mussels (Perna viridis) Cultured in Bacoor Bay,Cavite, Phillipines
Green mussels cultured in Bacoor Bay in the Philippines were found to contain microplastics, which can accumulate persistent organic pollutants in the tissues of filter-feeding shellfish. Since green mussels are widely consumed as food, the findings raise food safety concerns about the combined exposure to microplastics and associated chemical contaminants.
Detection and quantification of microplastics from cultured green mussel Perna viridis in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Philippines
Microplastics were found in green mussels from Bacoor Bay in the Philippines, with an average of several particles per individual, confirming that commercially farmed bivalves in Southeast Asia are contaminated and representing a potential human exposure route through seafood consumption.
Microplastic contamination in Indian edible mussels (Perna perna and Perna viridis) and their environs
Microplastic contamination was found in both Perna viridis and Perna perna mussels and in the surrounding water and sediments at collection sites in India, with larger mussels containing more particles than smaller ones and sediments harboring higher concentrations than overlying water, confirming commercially harvested Indian mussels as vehicles for human microplastic ingestion.
Microplastic contamination in bivalves: First assessment in three coastal lagoons of the colombian caribbean, south america
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in bivalves from three coastal lagoons, finding that filter-feeding species readily accumulate particles from surrounding water and sediment. The study characterized particle types and polymer compositions across different lagoon environments.
Microplastic contamination in filter-feeding bivalves inhabiting the natural ecosystem of Da Nang Bay: An investigation of oysters (Ostrea rivularis) and green mussels (Perna viridis)
Researchers found microplastics in 100% of examined oysters and green mussels from Da Nang Bay, Vietnam, with average densities of 3.5 items per gram of tissue, exceeding average contamination levels seen in seafood across Asia. Mussels showed considerably higher MP accumulation than oysters, with black plastic particles under 0.5 mm in fibrous form being the dominant type found.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF MICROPLASTIC ABUNDANCE IN GREEN MUSSEL Perna viridis AND THE WATERS OF MANGKANG BEACH, SEMARANG
A study of green mussels (Perna viridis) farmed in a coastal area of Semarang, Indonesia found microplastics in both the surrounding water and mussel tissue, with statistical analysis confirming a significant relationship between water contamination levels and mussel body burden. Because green mussels are widely consumed locally, this finding highlights a direct pathway for microplastic exposure through seafood in the region.
Abundance of microplastic in green mussel Perna viridis, water, and sediment in Kamal Muara, Jakarta Bay
Researchers measured microplastic abundance in green mussels, seawater, and sediments from a harbor in Jakarta Bay, Indonesia, finding microplastics in all three matrices. The correlation between microplastics in mussels and the surrounding environment confirms that these edible shellfish accumulate plastic from their habitat.
Evaluation of the microplastics in bivalves and water column at Pantai Teluk Likas, North Borneo, Malaysia
Researchers found microplastics in all three species of shellfish and in the surrounding water at a popular beach in Sabah, Malaysia. One clam species contained over 113 microplastic particles per gram, primarily fibers made of common plastics like nylon and polypropylene. Since these shellfish are eaten by local communities, the contamination raises concerns about human exposure to microplastics through seafood consumption.
Identification and quantification of potential microplastics in shellfish harvested in Sardinia (Italy) by using transillumination stereomicroscopy
Researchers identified and quantified microplastics in shellfish harvested from Sardinian coastal waters, finding contamination across multiple species and sampling sites, with filter-feeding bivalves accumulating plastic particles that could pose risks to both marine ecosystems and human consumers.
The Presence of Microplastics in Shellfish: A Review
This literature review synthesizes studies on microplastic presence in shellfish across global aquaculture and wild harvest settings, finding widespread contamination across species and highlighting ingestion during filter feeding as the dominant uptake route.
Kontaminasi Mikroplastik pada Perna viridis di Teluk Lampung
Researchers found microplastic contamination in green mussels (Perna viridis) from Lampung Bay, Indonesia, with mean whole-tissue abundance of 0.53 particles/g, gill organs containing significantly more microplastics than digestive organs, and fiber fragments under 100 µm being the most common type.
Mangrove Filters or Microplastic Traps? Insights from Microplastic Ingestion in Polymesoda erosa in Butuan Bay, Philippines
Researchers examined microplastic ingestion in the mangrove bivalve Polymesoda erosa at three sites in Butuan Bay, Philippines, finding widespread contamination dominated by fibers, and assessed whether mangroves function as natural filtration systems or inadvertently concentrate microplastics.
Microplásticos en Perna perna (Bivalvia: Mytilidae): Evaluación preliminar comparativa de un banco natural y un cultivo suspendido en el Golfo de Cariaco, Venezuela
Researchers analyzed microplastic content in 160 mussels (Perna perna) from a natural bank and a suspended aquaculture system in Venezuela's Gulf of Cariaco. Both groups showed microplastic contamination, though levels and particle characteristics differed by environment, reflecting the influence of local conditions on filter feeder exposure.
ABUNDANCE AND CHARACTERISTICS OF MICROPLASTICS IN MARKET BIVALVE Aulacomya Atra (MYTILIDAE: BIVALVIA)
Microplastics were detected in the commercial bivalve Aulacomya atra sold at fisheries markets in three Peruvian provinces, with mean contamination levels and polymer types characterized, highlighting shellfish as a significant route for human microplastic ingestion through seafood consumption.
Assessment of Microplastics in Green Mussel (Perna viridis) and Surrounding Environments around Sri Racha Bay, Thailand
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in seawater, sediments, and green mussels (Perna viridis) around Sri Racha Bay, Thailand, finding seasonal variation with higher levels during the wet season and confirming that mussels bioaccumulate microplastics from their surrounding environment.
Microplastics in green mussels (Perna viridis) from Jakarta Bay, Indonesia, and the associated hazards to human health posed by their consumption
Researchers found microplastics in all 120 green mussels sampled from Jakarta Bay, identifying 12 polymer types, and estimated that Indonesian shellfish consumers may ingest up to 775,000 microplastic particles annually depending on consumption levels.
Microplastics in Perna viridis and Venerupis species: assessment and impacts of plastic pollution
Researchers confirmed microplastic contamination in Perna viridis and Venerupis bivalve species using microscopy and FTIR spectroscopy, and surveyed bivalve gleaners to assess public knowledge and perception of plastic pollution risks.
Assessment and Analysis of Microplastics in Commercially Sold Bivalves from Los Baños, Laguna, and Lipa, Batangas, Philippines
Researchers extracted and characterized microplastics from three commercially sold bivalve species (green mussel, Manila clam, and freshwater clam) purchased at Philippine markets, finding contamination ranging from 0.52 to 2.94 microplastic particles per gram fresh weight with fibers being the most common type.
Microplastic contamination in bivalves: First assessment in three coastal lagoons of the colombian caribbean, south america
Researchers conducted the first assessment of microplastic contamination in bivalves from three coastal lagoons, examining filter-feeding mollusks that concentrate suspended particles from surrounding waters. Microplastics were detected in bivalve tissues across all sites, establishing baseline contamination levels in these coastal ecosystems.
Microplastic contamination in commercially important bivalves from the southwest coast of India
Microplastics were detected in water and three commercially important bivalve species along the southwest coast of India, with concentrations varying by species and collection site. The presence of plastic particles in filter-feeding shellfish intended for human consumption raises concerns about dietary exposure.