‘Mermaid tears’ are killing our oceans

Also known as ‘nurdles,’ these tiny pellets are a major source of plastic pollution.Claire

Gwinnett/The Conversation February 25, 2019

“Nurdles” may sound cute but they pose a huge risk to the marine environment. Also known as “mermaid tears”, these small plastic pellets are a feedstock in the plastic industry. Instead of being converted into household items, many end up in the ocean, collecting toxins on their surfaces and being eaten by marine wildlife. Not so cute now, are they? click here for more