A sea turtle hospitalised at the Sea Turtles Rescue Center (CRTM) in Riccione (Rimini, Italy) (IMAGE)

Università di Bologna

A sea turtle hospitalised at the Sea Turtles Rescue Center (CRTM) in Riccione (Rimini, Italy)

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Researchers analysed the faecal samples of 45 turtles hospitalised at the Sea Turtles Rescue Center (CRTM) and found plastic debris in all 45 samples. Plastic debris in their intestines can dangerously alter their microbiota, eventually compromising their health.

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Carlo Marinacci

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