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"Sea of Trash" off Palmanova: A Ray as an Unintended Warning

Practical steps to reduce marine debris around Mallorca

Practical measures to prevent plastic waste in Mallorca’s seas, from moorings to waste rules.

Published: September 01, 2026
"Sea of Trash" off Palmanova: A Ray as an Unintended Warning

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What practical steps can reduce marine debris around Mallorca?

Install more mooring buoys to prevent boat anchors from damaging Posidonia and to make debris easier to collect. Add filters at drains and inlets to stop plastic from entering the sea. Hotels and boat rental firms should cut single‑use plastics and enforce clear waste rules. Authorities should publish regular, transparent debris reports and catalog recovered items to guide action.

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