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Figure 1. Marine debris removed from waterways at a Florida cleanup. Photo: Dave Doebler About Marine Debris Marine debris is anything man-made and discarded that enters the marine environment. Most trash comes from land-based sources, sometimes hundreds of miles away from the coast. Trash on the ground may be swept into inland waterways by rain or wind, where it will then make its way into the ocean through rivers and streams (Figure 1). FAST FACTS Impact of Marine Debris Debris in the ocean can spread invasive species, become navigational hazards, introduce toxic pollutants, endanger human health, and injure or kill wildlife. Plastic debris discarded into waterways can break down into smaller bits, but will never fully degrade. These smaller bits, called microplastics, can be ingested by marine life giving them a false sense of satiation while potentially leaching dangerous chemicals into their bodies. Microplastics can then be passed up the food chain to predators. How you can reduce marine debris » Build a community that recycles! Learn what’s recyclable in your area, and be sure to encourage and educate your co-workers and neighbors about what can and can’t be recycled in your city. » Reduce the amount of marine debris from fishing gear. Collect all unused traps and bring monofilament fishing line back to shore for proper disposal. Look for Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) monofilament recycling bins in marinas and at boat ramps. » Dispose of trash and recyclable materials in the proper receptacles or bring trash and recyclables home. » Choose reusable products over disposable or single-use items when possible. Report Marine Debris to Southeast Florida Action Network (SEAFAN) online or call 866-770-7335 SEAFAN is a reporting and response system designed to improve the protection and management of Southeast Florida's coral reefs by enhancing marine debris clean-up efforts, increasing response to vessel groundings and anchor damage, and providing early detection of potentially harmful biological disturbances. Marine debris Florida Coastal Office - Marine Debris 04/17 Figure 2. A derelict trap still collecting lobster and damaging a reef. Photo: SEAFAN anonymous report. Marine debris comes in all shapes and sizes. The most prevalent categories reported include: fishing gear, neng, derelict traps (Figure 2), boang debris, snorkel/dive equipment, paper and plasc trash, and household items.

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Page 1: Marine Debris Fact Sheet - Florida Department of ...About Marine Debris. Marine debris is anything man-made and discarded that . enters the marine environment. Most trash comes from

Figure 1. Marine debris removed from waterways at a Florida cleanup. Photo: Dave Doebler

About Marine DebrisMarine debris is anything man-made and discarded that enters the marine environment. Most trash comes from land-based sources, sometimes hundreds of miles away from the coast. Trash on the ground may be swept into inland waterways by rain or wind, where it will then make its way into the ocean through rivers and streams (Figure 1).

FAST FACTS

Impact of Marine DebrisDebris in the ocean can spread invasive species, become navigational hazards, introduce toxic pollutants, endanger human health, and injure or kill wildlife. Plastic debris discarded into waterways can break down into smaller bits, but will never fully degrade. These smaller bits, called microplastics, can be ingested by marine life giving them a false sense of satiation while potentially leaching dangerous chemicals into their bodies. Microplastics can then be passed up the food chain to predators.

How you can reduce marine debris» Build a community that recycles! Learn what’s

recyclable in your area, and be sure to encourage and educate your co-workers and neighbors about what can and can’t be recycled in your city.

» Reduce the amount of marine debris from fishing gear. Collect all unused traps and bring monofilament fishing line back to shore for proper disposal. Look for Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) monofilament recycling bins in marinas and at boat ramps.

» Dispose of trash and recyclable materials in the proper receptacles or bring trash and recyclables home.

» Choose reusable products over disposable or single-use items when possible.

Report Marine Debris to Southeast Florida Action Network (SEAFAN) online or call 866-770-7335

SEAFAN is a reporting and response system designed to improve the protection and management of Southeast Florida's coral reefs by enhancing marine debris clean-up efforts, increasing response to vessel groundings and anchor damage, and providing early detection of potentially harmful biological disturbances.

Marine debris

Florida Coastal Office - Marine Debris 04/17

Figure 2. A derelict trap still collecting lobster and damaging a reef. Photo: SEAFAN anonymous report.

Marine debris comes in all shapes and sizes. The most prevalent categories reported include: fishing gear, netting, derelict traps (Figure 2), boating debris, snorkel/dive equipment, paper and plastic trash, and household items.

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