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flag Study finds pesticides and microplastics threaten the survival of endangered sunflower sea stars.

flag A study by researchers from Portland State University and the University of Washington shows that pesticides and microplastics in marine environments are harming the early life stages of the endangered sunflower sea star, potentially driving it to extinction. flag The research indicates that microplastics may create unsuitable habitats for the sea stars. flag To protect marine life, lawmakers are considering legislation that would require washing machine filters and limit single-use plastics.

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