Antarctica's ecosystems face increased risks from invasive marine species and pollution due to floating debris from Southern Hemisphere landmasses.

A study in Global Change Biology reveals Antarctica's ecosystems face increased risks from invasive marine species and pollution due to floating debris, such as plastics, from Southern Hemisphere landmasses. The research suggests that non-native species can reach Antarctica via floating objects from all southern continents, with the decline in sea ice making colonization more likely. This highlights the need for increased international efforts to protect the continent's fragile environment.

August 22, 2024
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