Animals,
Год журнала:
2022,
Номер
13(1), С. 95 - 95
Опубликована: Дек. 27, 2022
Once
they
reach
the
aquatic
environment,
microplastics
(MPs)
are
accidentally
ingested
by
biota,
thus
entering
food
chain
with
possible
negative
effects.
The
present
study
investigated,
for
first
time,
MP
presence
in
cuttlefish
(Sepia
officinalis)
eggs
and
their
association
embryonic
development.
Cuttlefish
were
sampled
from
four
different
sites
along
Marche
region
(Senigallia,
Ancona,
Numana,
San
Benedetto
del
Tronto).
Embryo
hatchling
biometric
parameters
evaluated
internal
structural
integrity
was
examined
through
histological
analysis.
MPs
detected
characterized
embryos
yolk
samples.
identified
all
(size
<
5
µm),
however,
has
not
been
associated
an
impairment
of
either
embryo
or
structures.
Noteworthy,
highest
number
(in
both
samples)
found
Numana
(37%
total
amount),
where
lowest
size
observed.
On
other
hand,
mantle
length
(9%)
Ancona.
Overall,
only
fragments
sphere
types
(74
26%,
respectively)
observed,
most
frequent
polymers
Polyvinyl
chloride
(52%),
Polypropylene,
Cellulose
acetate
(15%
both).
Further
studies
needed
to
assess
effects
on
quality
assimilation.
Emerging contaminants,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
10(3), С. 100309 - 100309
Опубликована: Фев. 8, 2024
Microplastics
(MPs)
are
synthetic
contaminants
that
have
received
global
attention
due
to
their
ubiquitous
occurrence,
extreme
durability,
and
capacity
harm
ecosystems
human
health.
This
study
investigated
the
occurrence
of
MPs
in
three
fish
species
(Channa
striata,
Puntius
sophore
Anabas
testudineus)
collected
from
two
locations
(Ashulia
Bridge
Mirpur
Road)
Turag
River,
which
flows
alongside
Dhaka
city,
Bangladesh.
abundance
(items/individuals)
was
highest
Channa
striata
(3.8
±
0.6)
Ashulia
area
lowest
(1.8
0.4)
Road
area.
Fiber
found
be
most
dominant
(89–93%)
form
followed
by
fragments
(21–35%),
films
(0–26%)
foams
(0–5%).
The
color
blue
(69–83%),
then
red
(20–33%),
black
(11–14%),
green
(8–20%),
purple
(6–8%).
majority
(56–71%)
assessed
were
<0.5
mm
size,
0.5–1.0
(29–33%)
1–5
(38–53%).
ATR-FTIR
examination
revealed
specific
polymer
varieties
-
PP
(40%),
PS
(30%)
LDPE
(30%).
results
this
provided
a
baseline
pollution
one
major
protein
sources
freshwater
fishes
raised
concern
on
public
health
particularly
who
consume
urban
waterways.
Frontiers in Marine Science,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
10
Опубликована: Сен. 27, 2023
Over
the
past
few
decades,
scientific
community
has
extensively
investigated
microplastics
(MPs)
and
their
interactions
with
marine
organisms.
MPs
ingestion
been
one
of
most
commonly
examined
topics
across
fauna.
In
this
study,
we
present
a
systematic
review
conducted
to
gather
information
on
by
different
taxonomic
groups,
collect
abundances
characteristics,
explore
relative
literature
evolution.
Additionally,
through
meta-analysis,
focused
commercial
species,
aiming
estimate
mean
quantities
in
Pisces,
Mollusca,
Crustacea,
Echinodermata.
A
total
at
least
822
species
were
reported
have
ingested
for
period
1972–2021.
Pisces
(class:
Teleostei)
was
frequently
group
including
513
MP
exhibited
widest
range
[0.07–16.33
per
individual
(MPs/ind)
GIT]
among
families.
The
studies
that
analyzed
soft
tissue
mainly
Gastropoda,
Bivalvia,
Malacostraca,
Echinodermata
(8.85
MPs/ind,
3.64
1.03
1.56
MP/g
respectively).
total,
MPs’
found
characteristics
fibers,
measuring
less
than
1
mm,
black
color,
composed
polyethylene.
wide
descriptions
concerning
notable
high
heterogeneity
estimated
values
within
families
highlights
importance
adopting
harmonized
methodological
protocols
more
effectively
address
issue.
Water,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
15(11), С. 2133 - 2133
Опубликована: Июнь 4, 2023
The
effect
of
96
h
exposure
the
goldfish
Carassius
auratus
to
two
different
types
bioplastic
particles,
originating
from
commercial
shopping
bag
(Bag,
~5
mm)
and
polylactic
acid-based
(PLA)
cup
(Cup,
≤5
mm),
petroleum-based
polyamide
particles
(PA,
0–180
µm)
was
studied.
All
were
studied
as
virgin
after
simulated
UV-degradation
(at
concentration
30
mg
L−1).
experiments
conducted
according
OECD
203
test
guidelines.
toxicity
endpoint
evaluated
in
fish
brain
gills
lipid
peroxidation
(LPO)
quantified
nmol
thiobarbituric
acid
reactive
substances
(TBARs)
mg−1
protein.
results
indicated
that
indicatively
compostable
PLA
Cup
induced
significant
LPO
and/or
goldfish,
contrast
Bag
PA
(in
brain,
>
PA;
gills,
Bag).
all
had
no
on
level
compared
particles.
While
increase
upon
PLA-plastic
can
be
transitory
long-term
perspective,
our
point
necessity
a
thorough
investigation
hazard
bioplastics
at
state
environmental
degradation/weathering.
Environmental Science & Technology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 4, 2025
Microplastic
(MP)
ingestion
acts
as
an
evolutionary
trap
with
various
ecological
consequences.
Cues
that
lead
animals
to
respond
differently
MPs
are
key
factors
driving
MP
ingestion,
yet
they
remain
poorly
understood.
Here,
we
quantified
the
susceptibility
of
three
fish
species
different
types
across
social
contexts.
Our
results
showed
bass
were
more
attracted
resembled
food
visually,
whereas
carp
tended
select
shared
olfactory
cues
food.
Goldfish
relied
on
oral
processing
make
foraging
decisions
MPs.
Structural
differences
in
oropharynx
supported
these
discriminated
processes.
Enlarged
group
size
and
fasting
time
altered
behaviors
goldfish
bass,
both
which
suction-feeding
species.
Such
behavioral
changes,
regardless
whether
ultimately
ingested
or
rejected
MPs,
could
pose
indirect
costs
fish.
However,
changed
sizes
times
did
not
affect
intake
by
filter-feeding
carp.
We
also
proposed
four
pathways
causing
MP-induced
discussed
potential
escape
this
trap.
contribute
experimental
theoretical
understanding
risks
posed
aquatic
Aquaculture Research,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
2025(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
Microplastics
(MPs)
are
prevalent
in
aquatic
ecosystems;
however,
inland
water
bodies
have
received
relatively
little
attention.
These
ecosystems
provide
essential
habitat
for
various
fish
species,
which
contribute
to
ecological
equilibrium
and
support
the
livelihoods
food
security
of
millions.
Fish
demonstrate
increased
vulnerability
microplastic
ingestion,
making
them
bioindicators
ecosystem
health
contamination
levels.
This
study
evaluates
presence
MPs
intestine,
gills,
muscle
tissue
30
individuals
belonging
five
commonly
found
species
(
Rhinomugil
corsula
,
Mystus
tengara
Ompok
pabda
Labeo
bata
Cirrhinus
mrigala
)
Padma
River.
A
total
252
MP
items
different
shapes
were
recorded
100%
investigated,
exhibiting
an
average
frequency
8.27
±
2.16
per
individual.
Among
exhibited
highest
ingestion
MPs,
with
11.5
1.87
individual,
followed
by
other
species.
Organ‐wise
analysis
trend
was
be:
intestine
>
gill
muscle.
Fiber
recognized
as
most
consumed
type
(72%),
fragment
(22%),
pellet
(4%),
foam
(2%).
The
white‐color
(24%)
predominant,
colored
MPs.
majority
particles
size
class
1–5
mm
(41.10%
12.34%),
<500
μm
(34.18%
16.34%)
500
μm–1
(24.72%
11.51%).
Fourier
transform
infrared
(FT‐IR)
spectroscopy
investigation
confirms
both
high‐
low‐density
polyethylene
polymeric
compositions
assesses
prevalence
microplastics
River
fish,
highlighting
immediate
necessity
focused
conservation
initiatives,
ongoing
monitoring,
evaluation
pollution
protect
human
health.
