Worldwide, hundreds of marine species have been negatively impacted by marine debris, which can harm or kill an animal when ingested or they become entangled, and can threaten the habitats they depend on.
This lost or abandoned gear is a major problem because it can continue to capture and kill wildlife, damage sensitive habitats, and even compete with and damage active fishing gear.
Worldwide, hundreds of marine species have been negatively impacted by marine debris, which can harm or kill an animal when ingested or they become entangled, and can threaten the habitats they depend on.
This lost or abandoned gear is a major problem because it can continue to capture and kill wildlife, damage sensitive habitats, and even compete with and damage active fishing gear.
