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ClearMicroplastic pollution in wild and aquacultured Mediterranean mussels from the Sea of Marmara: Abundance, characteristics, and health risk estimations
Researchers compared microplastic contamination in wild and commercially farmed mussels from the Sea of Marmara in Turkey. They found microplastics in all mussel samples, with wild mussels containing somewhat different types and amounts compared to aquacultured ones, and fibers being the dominant form in both. The study estimates that regular consumption of these mussels represents a measurable pathway for human exposure to microplastics through seafood.
A Comprehensive Identification, Distribution and Health Risk Assessment of Microplastics in Natural Mussels from the Shoreline of the Sea of Marmara, Türkiye
This comprehensive study sampled mussels along the entire Sea of Marmara coastline in Turkey and found microplastics at all locations, with higher concentrations near river outflows and areas of heavy human activity. The findings raise concerns about seafood safety in this heavily trafficked semi-enclosed sea.
The microplastic pattern of wild-caught Mediterranean mussels from the Marmara Sea
Researchers surveyed wild Mediterranean mussels from 20 sites along the Sea of Marmara coastline for microplastic contamination. They found an average of about 2 microplastics per mussel, predominantly fibers and fragments in the smaller size ranges. The study highlights that microplastic pollution is widespread in this inland sea, raising concerns about seafood safety for consumers in the region.
Investigation of microplastics in edible wild mussels from İzmir Bay (Aegean Sea, Western Turkey): A risk assessment for the consumers
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in edible wild mussels and water samples from two stations in Izmir Bay, Turkey. They detected over 1,600 microplastic particles across 60 mussel samples and nearly 1,900 particles in water samples, with fibers being the dominant type. The study included a public health risk assessment suggesting that regular consumption of these mussels results in meaningful microplastic intake for consumers.
A Hazard Index of Microplastics Contamination in Commercial Marine Fish Species and Mussels in the Southern Marmara Sea, Turkey
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in five commercially important fish species and Mediterranean mussels from the southern Marmara Sea in Turkey. They found microplastics in all species examined, with varying levels of contamination across different collection sites, and calculated hazard indices to estimate potential risks. The study provides evidence that seafood consumers in the region may face meaningful dietary exposure to microplastics.
Determination of Microplastic and Mold Species in Mussels from the Marmara Sea, Türkiye
Researchers investigated microplastic presence and mold species contamination in mussels from the Marmara Sea in Turkey, examining implications for food safety and public health. Microplastics were found in mussels across sampling sites, and mold species were co-detected, raising dual concerns about biological and plastic contamination in commercially harvested shellfish.
A Comprehensive Identification, Distribution and Health Risk Assessment of Microplastics in Natural Mussels from the Shoreline of the Sea of Marmara, Türkiye
Researchers collected 322 mussels from across the Sea of Marmara coastline in Turkey and found microplastic contamination in all samples, with fibers being the most common shape and polyethylene the dominant polymer. Locations near river mouths and areas under heavy human influence showed the highest contamination levels. Risk assessment calculations indicated that children face the greatest exposure through seafood consumption, with an estimated annual intake of 1,940 microplastic particles based on 100 grams of daily consumption.
Binational survey using Mytilus galloprovincialis as a bioindicator of microplastic pollution: Insights into chemical analysis and potential risk on humans
Researchers conducted surveys of microplastic contamination in mussels from coastal sites across Morocco and Tunisia, finding plastics in 79 to 100 percent of all samples. The most common types were polyethylene and polypropylene fibers and fragments, with chemical analysis revealing the presence of associated toxic additives. The study estimates that regular mussel consumers in these regions face meaningful microplastic intake, highlighting a potential human health concern.
Microplastics in Mediterranean Mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis: Comparison between Cultured and WildType Mussels from the Northern Adriatic
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in the digestive glands of Mediterranean mussels collected from pristine, aquaculture, and port areas along the northern Adriatic coast. The highest contamination was found in mussels from a Croatian marina, with the smallest particles in the 5-to-10-micrometer range being the most prevalent. The study highlights that mussels accumulate microplastics regardless of their environment, with port areas showing notably higher contamination levels.
Microplastics pollution in Gulf of Bandırma, Sea of Marmara: Biota and sediment
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in fish, mollusks, and sediment from the Sea of Marmara in Turkey. They found microplastics in all species examined, averaging about 2 to 3 particles per individual, with fibers and polyethylene terephthalate being the most common types. The results indicate widespread microplastic pollution throughout this marine environment that may accumulate through the food web.
ASSESSMENT OF THE BIOACCUMULATION OF MICROPLASTICS IN THE BLACK SEA MUSSEL Mytilus galloprovincialis L., 1819
Researchers examined microplastic accumulation in the Black Sea mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis collected from multiple sites along the Bulgarian coast. Microplastics were detected in all samples with fragment and fiber morphologies dominant, and differences in abundance were observed between sampling locations linked to proximity to human activities.
Bioaccumulation of emerging contaminants in mussel (Mytilus galloprovincialis): Influence of microplastics
Researchers investigated whether microplastics influence the bioaccumulation of emerging contaminants in Mediterranean mussels. The study found that the presence of microplastics altered how certain chemical pollutants accumulated in mussel tissue, suggesting that microplastics can act as carriers that change the uptake and distribution of other contaminants in marine organisms.
Mussel watch program for microplastics in the Mediterranean sea: Identification of biomarkers of exposure using Mytilus galloprovincialis
This review evaluates the use of Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) as bioindicators for monitoring microplastic pollution in the Mediterranean Sea. Researchers identified several promising biomarkers of microplastic exposure in mussels, supporting their use in mussel watch programs for assessing marine environmental quality.
Occurrence and Characterization of Microplastics in Commercial Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) from Apulia Region (Italy)
Scientists analyzed commercially sold mussels from markets in southern Italy and found microplastics in every sample tested. On average, each mussel contained about 1.6 plastic particles, with fibers being the most common type, followed by fragments. Since mussels are eaten whole by consumers, the findings highlight a direct pathway for human exposure to microplastics through seafood.
The Mediterranean Mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis as a Biomonitor for Microplastic Pollution
Researchers assessed the Mediterranean mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis as a bioindicator for microplastic pollution, focusing on improving quantification of small microplastics below 25 µm that conventional methods miss. Mussels were found to accumulate microplastics efficiently across size ranges, validating their use as biomonitors while highlighting the need for improved analytical methods.
Morphological analysis approach to detect microfiber contamination in Mytilus galloprovincialis
Researchers investigated microfiber contamination in Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) using morphological analysis, finding microplastic presence in 65% of analyzed specimens and demonstrating that mussels serve as effective bioindicators for assessing environmental microplastic exposure.
Use of the Mediterranean mussel (Mytilus galloprovincialis) filtration function as a sustainable tool for water column microplastic monitoring
Researchers investigated using Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) as living samplers to monitor microplastic levels in seawater, taking advantage of the mussels' natural filter-feeding behavior to concentrate particles from the surrounding water column. This biological monitoring approach could provide a cost-effective and ecologically relevant tool for tracking microplastic pollution.
Microplastic contamination in marine mussels from the Atlantic coast of North Portugal and human risk of microplastic intake through mussel consumption
Researchers analyzed wild mussels from Portugal's Atlantic coast and found microplastics in all samples, with an average of about 1.6 particles per gram of mussel tissue. Based on typical Portuguese seafood consumption patterns, the estimated annual human intake of microplastics from mussels alone was calculated, highlighting that regular shellfish consumers face meaningful microplastic exposure through their diet.
Microplastics in Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis): Understanding Pollution in Italian Seas
A nationwide study across Italy found microplastics in 7-13% of common mussels sampled from Italian seas, mainly polypropylene and polystyrene fragments and fibers. Since mussels are eaten whole without removing their digestive system, any microplastics inside them are directly consumed by people. The findings underscore the need for standardized detection methods and better waste management to protect both marine ecosystems and the seafood supply.
Assessment of microplastic particles ingested by Mytilus galloprovincialis along the Adriatic coast
Researchers sampled 176 Mytilus galloprovincialis mussels from six stations across the Adriatic Sea as part of the INTERREG IT-HR MARLESS project, digesting tissue with acid and extracting microplastics via saturated sodium chloride filtration. Microplastics were detected at all sampled locations, with shape, size, and color characterization revealing widespread contamination across the study region.
Machine Learning Approaches for Microplastic Pollution Analysis in Mytilus galloprovincialis in the Western Black Sea
Machine learning models were applied to microplastic data from Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) in the western Black Sea, successfully predicting MP contamination levels and identifying pollution hotspots relevant to seafood safety and fisheries management.
Microplastics in fillets of Mediterranean seafood. A risk assessment study
Researchers analyzed fillets of several common Mediterranean seafood species for microplastic contamination and estimated the associated human dietary exposure. They detected microplastics in the edible tissue of all species tested, including sardines, sea bream, and mussels. The study provides risk estimates suggesting that regular seafood consumption represents a notable pathway for human microplastic ingestion.
Microplastics in edible mussels from a southern Mediterranean lagoon: Preliminary results on seawater-mussel transfer and implications for environmental protection and seafood safety
Scientists measured microplastic levels in mussels and seawater from a southern Mediterranean lagoon in Tunisia, finding polyethylene as the dominant type, and estimated daily human intake through mussel consumption to be below current risk thresholds but warranting continued monitoring.
Occurrence of microplastics in the gastrointestinal tracts of some edible fish species along the Turkish coast
Researchers examined the gastrointestinal tracts of 243 individual fish from five edible species along the Turkish coast, documenting the occurrence and characteristics of ingested microplastics. The study found microplastics present in multiple commercially important fish species, raising implications for seafood safety and human dietary exposure.