Scientists make disturbing discovery after examining coastal wildlife: 'These birds are really suffering'

Scientists make disturbing discovery after examining coastal wildlife: 'These birds are really suffering'

A new study uncovered a shocking and heartbreaking effect of plastic pollution on seabirds: brain damage similar to Alzheimer's disease, The Guardian reported. Migratory seabird chicks unknowingly fed plastic by their parents are suffering from severe internal damage, including neurodegeneration, stomach lining decay, and cell breakdown. This study brought to light the devastating consequences of plastic waste on marine life and stressed the urg…