Reducing Marine Debris Impacts on Birds and Sea Turtles

About this grant

The objective of this project is to reduce the threat and impacts (e.g., entanglement, entrapment, and/or ingestion) of marine debris to DWH-injured bird and sea turtle species across the proposed project area. The project would involve removing marine debris including, but not limited to, derelict fishing gear. This project would entail a coordinated effort among Trustees, NGOs, and other partners to compile data on marine debris to identify hotspots, conduct marine debris removal, engage in prevention through public outreach, and conduct monitoring.