Microplastics Are Now Found in Birds

Microplastics Are Now Found in Birds

Microplastics are small plastic particles that are less than 5 millimeters in size. They form when large plastic materials, such as packaging, textiles, tires, and industrial coatings, break down through heat, friction, or wear. These particles do not degrade; instead, they persist in the environment. Their size makes them especially dangerous because they're small enough to bypass your body's defenses and accumulate in your tissue. In 2019, the…