A study led by Ariel-Micaiah Heswall from the University of Auckland investigates why seabirds, particularly penguins, are more likely to ingest white plastic. The research found that penguins prefer white plastic over other colors, potentially due to sensory biases or resemblance to prey. The study highlights the dangers of plastic ingestion for seabirds, including starvation and hormonal changes. Additionally, it notes that white plastic is more commonly found in the ocean and in seabird guts, posing a significant threat to their survival. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)