Publications by authors named "Mari Burger"
Larger Common River Frogs (Amietia delalandii) have Fewer and Shorter Tissue Microplastic Fibres than Smaller Frogs.
Bull Environ Contam Toxicol
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- A study on Common River Frogs in South Africa revealed the presence of microplastics (MPs) in various tissues, indicating potential environmental exposure.
- Researchers analyzed five sample types and found a total of 1128 MPs, with fibers being the most common, mostly made of polyester and polyvinyl alcohol.
- The research suggests that microplastics could move up the food chain and highlights the need for further studies on their impact on frog health and ecosystems.