In line with a recent media obsession with marine plastics, such waste has been claimed to seriously endanger albatross chicks, as they may be fed plastic items by their parents (who presumably take them to be food, as do some other birds including Puffins) (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/mar/12/albatross-film-dead-chicks-plastic-saving-birds). Humans have, however, many other detrimental effects on these oceanic birds. They may, for example, be taken on line by supposedly 'greener' forms of tuna fishing using poles.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 12 March 2018
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