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Reality Check: Why the Seabed around Mallorca Is Still Full of Trash After the Season

What Divers Usually Find on Mallorca’s Seabed

Mallorca surveys found hard plastic, fiberglass and everyday items among the most common seabed waste.

Published: April 23, 2026
Reality Check: Why the Seabed around Mallorca Is Still Full of Trash After the Season

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What kind of rubbish is usually found on the seabed around Mallorca?

Divers and survey teams around Mallorca most often find hard plastic pieces, fiberglass debris and everyday objects such as glasses or spectacles. These are the kinds of materials that can stay underwater for a long time instead of rotting away. The mix of waste also suggests that the problem is not caused by one single activity.

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