Ghost Gear: Pollution Haunting Our Oceans

Ghost gear is abandoned fishing equipment that continues to capture marine life, creating a significant threat to ocean ecosystems. This gear can include traps, nets, and lines that harm animals like sea turtles, dolphins, and corals. These items can entangle creatures or trap them indefinitely, leading to injuries or death. Moreover, ghost gear disrupts coral reefs by blocking sunlight and harming coral health, which affects the entire marine ecosystem. To combat this issue, organizations like Oceana are advocating for better fishing practices that prevent gear from becoming ghost gear.