Greenpeace Study Finds Widespread Microplastic Contamination in Hong Kong Wildlife

85% of fecal samples from various wild species tested positive for microplastics, raising environmental and health concerns.

Researchers collected 100 fecal samples from seven locations, discovering microplastics in 85% of them.
The study involved species such as buffalo, cattle, boars, macaques, and porcupines.
Most common microplastics found were polyethylene and polypropylene, used in single-use plastics.
Findings highlight that even wildlife far from urban areas are ingesting microplastics.
Greenpeace calls for a strong global plastic treaty, stressing the urgency of addressing plastic pollution.