December 5, 2006

Slideshow - Marine Debris Overview

While titled, Marine Debris - Impact in the Gulf of Mexico, this (22 page) pdf/slideshow provides an excellent overview of marine debris
  • definition
  • impacts
  • sources
  • types
  • characteristics - time, locations
  • effect on marine life
  • effect on habitat
  • effect on humans
Source: NOAA - Fisheries - Southeast Regional Office