Wildlife protection agencies say thousands of tiny pellets – called “nurdles” – are washing up on Bay Area beaches, putting fish and birds in serious danger.
Members of the group “Save Our Shores” say nurdles are basically reproduction plastic that comes from cargo ships. Volunteers say they’ve seen this sort of plastic before, but think the problem is worsening.
The organization started in Santa Cruz but has moved up the California coast, attempting to bring awareness to the pellet problem.
Advocates are advising beach-goers not to let pets eat the pellets and to pitch in and help with clean up.
