Plastic and Wildlife in Miami
The Impact of Plastic on Miami’s Wildlife
Miami, with its stunning beaches and rich marine habitats, is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from sea turtles to dolphins and seabirds. Unfortunately, one of the most pressing threats to these animals is plastic pollution.
Our coast, crucial to the health of local wildlife, is increasingly burdened by plastic waste that often ends up in our waters. Debris such as bottles, bags, and fishing gear regularly find their way into Biscayne Bay, the Everglades, and surrounding areas, disrupting fragile ecosystems and endangering marine life.