Plastic contamination in the world’s oceans is a considerable threat to the health of the environment, marine ecosystems and humans. In this study, the distribution and quantity of microplastics amongst mussels (Mytilus californianus) was investigated. Mussels were collected and outplanted for a year at 9 sites along the Oregon and...
1. To determine whether plastics are being ingested by black rockfish at three sites along the Oregon coast
2. To determine if there is a significant difference in rates of plastic ingestion between marine reserve locations and Newport location.
3. To quantify the extent of plastic ingestion and to identify...