13. Bottle Rings and Six-Pack Holders
Plastic rings from bottles and six-pack holders are notorious for entangling ocean wildlife.
Seabirds, turtles, and even marine mammals can become trapped, leading to injuries or death.
These rings often go unnoticed until it’s too late, highlighting the dangers of seemingly harmless packaging.
Their persistent presence in ocean surveys is a stark reminder to cut these items before disposing of them.
Read more from Ocean Conservancy about efforts to reduce this threat.