Plastic pollution rising at an alarming rate, affecting 88% of marine species
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Feb 09, 2022, 02:30 IST | Updated: Feb 09, 2022, 02:30 IST
WWF on Tuesday said that plastic is impacting almost all parts of the ocean and called for immediate efforts to create an international treaty. As per their report, 88% of marine species are being affected by severe contamination of plastic in the ocean, including animals commonly consumed by humans.
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