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\nWe could clearly see the existing problem with the plastics in the ocean. <\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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\nYesterday, in our first afternoon encounter with bottlenose dolphins, we found 3 individuals with fragments of plastic stuck on their dorsal and caudal fins. <\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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\nDue to these pieces of plastic, their mobility might be reduced to the point that they are unable to socialize, travel or even feed themselves.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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\nWe have to acquire environmental conscience about this topic, change our plastic consumption habits, avoid disposable items, recycle. The future of the oceans it’s in our hands.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nPhotos by Laura Gonz\u00e1lez<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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