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Marine litter in the Bay of Pollença: Diver video exposes the problem

How Marine Litter Affects Mallorca’s Posidonia Meadows

Marine litter and anchors can damage Mallorca’s posidonia meadows, weakening an ecosystem vital to coastal waters.

Published: April 22, 2026
Marine litter in the Bay of Pollença: Diver video exposes the problem

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What is the impact of marine litter on Mallorca’s posidonia meadows?

Posidonia meadows are fragile and important for Mallorca’s coastal waters, so litter can cause real damage. Anchors and propellers can tear up the plants, while waste on the seabed can disturb the small animals that live among them. When posidonia is damaged, the effects can spread through the whole coastal ecosystem.

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