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Lv L, Feng W, Cai J, Zhang Y, Jiang J, Liao D, Yan C, Sui Y, Dong X. Enrichment characteristics of microplastics in Antarctic benthic and pelagic fish and krill near the Antarctic Peninsula. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 951:175582. [PMID: 39159696 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2024] [Revised: 08/02/2024] [Accepted: 08/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/21/2024]
Abstract
Global microplastic pollution has garnered widespread attention from researchers both domestically and internationally. However, compared to other regions worldwide, little is known about microplastic pollution in the marine ecosystems of the Antarctic region. This study investigated the abundance and characteristics of microplastics (MPs) in the gills and intestines of 15 species of Antarctic fish and Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). The results indicate that the abundance of MPs in Antarctic fish and E. superba ranged from 0.625 to 2.0 items/individual and 0.17 to 0.27 items/individual, with mean abundances of 0.93 ± 0.96 items/individual and 0.23 ± 0.44 items/individual, respectively. Antarctic fish ingested significantly more MPs than E. superba. There was no significant difference in the abundance of MPs between the gills and intestines of Antarctic fish. However, the quantity of pellet-shaped MPs in the gills was significantly higher than in the intestines. The depth of fish habitat influenced the quantity and size of MPs in their bodies, with benthic fish ingesting significantly fewer MPs than pelagic fish. Pelagic fish ingested significantly more MPs sized 1-5 mm than benthic fish. Additionally, analysis of the characteristics of MPs revealed that fiber-shaped MPs were predominant in shape, with sizes generally smaller than 0.25 mm and 0.25-0.5 mm. The predominant colors of MPs were transparent, red, and black, while the main materials were polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), polyamide (PA), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Compared to organisms from other regions, the levels of MPs in Antarctic fish and E. superba were relatively low. This study contributes to a better understanding of the extent of MP pollution in Antarctic fish and E. superba, aiding human efforts to mitigate its impact on the environment.
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Affiliation(s)
- Linlan Lv
- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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- College of Marine and Biological Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng, Jiangsu 224,000, PR China
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Zheng Y, Huang S, Fan H, Liu H, Xu J, Craig NJ, Li JY, He W, Su L. Microplastics in different tissues of historical and live samples of endangered mega-fish (Acipenser sinensis) and their potential relevance to exposure pathways. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2024; 272:106943. [PMID: 38733942 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2024.106943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Revised: 05/04/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024]
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The Chinese sturgeon (Acipenser sinensis) is an endangered freshwater mega-fish (IUCN-red listed) that survives in the Yangtze River Basin, but the population of which has declined significantly in response to environmental pressures generated by human activities. In order to evaluate the interaction between Chinese sturgeon and microplastics (MPs) for the first time, we examined the gut and gills of historical samples (n = 27), in conjunction with the blood and mucus of live samples (n = 10), to explore the potential pathways involved in MP uptake. We detected MPs in 62.9 % of the field fish, with no significant difference between guts (mean=0.9 items/individual) and gills (mean=0.8 items/individual). The abundance of MPs in fish from 2017 was significantly higher than that from 2015 to 2016 with regards to both gills and gut samples. The size of MPs in gills was significantly smaller than those in guts, yet both contained mostly fibers (90.2 %). No MPs were confirmed in blood, however 62.5 % of mucus samples contained MPs. The MPs in mucus indicated the possibility of MPs entering Chinese sturgeons if their skins were damaged. The body size of Chinese sturgeons affected their MPs uptake by ingestion and inhalation, as less MPs were detected in the gut and gills of smaller individuals. Combining the evidence from historical and live samples, we revealed the presence of MPs in different tissues of Chinese sturgeon and their potential relevance to exposure pathways. Our work expands the understanding of multiple exposure pathways between MPs and long-lived mega-fish, while emphasizing the potential risks of long-term exposure in the field.
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- Yueping Zheng
- Shanghai Aquatic Wildlife Conservation and Research Center, Shanghai 200003, China
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- College of Oceanography and Ecological Science, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China
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- Shanghai Aquatic Wildlife Conservation and Research Center, Shanghai 200003, China
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- East China Sea Ecological Center, MNR (Ministry of Natural Resources), Shanghai 201206, China
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- Shanghai Aquatic Wildlife Conservation and Research Center, Shanghai 200003, China
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- School of Biosciences, the University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia
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- College of Oceanography and Ecological Science, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China; Shanghai Engineering Research Center of River and Lake Biochain Construction and Resource Utilization, Shanghai 201702, China
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- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of River and Lake Biochain Construction and Resource Utilization, Shanghai 201702, China
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- College of Oceanography and Ecological Science, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China; Shanghai Engineering Research Center of River and Lake Biochain Construction and Resource Utilization, Shanghai 201702, China.
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Han M, Zhu T, Zhou Z, Si Q, Zhu C, Li Y, Jiang Q. Effects of different concentrations and particle sizes of nanoplastics on gut microbiology, metabolism, and immunity in Chiromantes dehaani. FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY 2024; 147:109461. [PMID: 38382689 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsi.2024.109461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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This study investigated the effects of nanoplastics (NPs) of varying particle sizes (75, 500, and 1000 nm) and concentrations (2.5 and 10 mg/L) on the gut health of Chiromantes dehaani. The experimental groups included a control (Cg0), and varying combinations of particle size and concentration. Our results showed that 75 nm NPs were more likely to enhance pathogenic bacterial growth than other sized NPs. Compared with CK, Low NPs concentrations (2.5 mg/L) raised total cholesterol (T-CHO) levels in the gut, while high concentrations significantly decreased both triglyceride (TG) and T-CHO levels (p < 0.05). The enzymatic activities of intestinal lipase and amylase were inhibited by NPs exposure, with greater inhibition at higher NPs concentrations. The 500 nm NPs exhibited a notably higher inhibitory effect than the 75 and 1000 nm NPs (P < 0.05). In terms of apoptosis, NPs exposure led to reduced mRNA expression of Bcl2 and increased expression of Caspase-3, Caspase-8, and Caspase-9, indicating an induction of apoptosis. This effect was more pronounced at higher NPs concentrations, with 75 nm NPs more likely to induce apoptosis in intestinal cells than 500 nm and 1000 nm NPs. Moreover, NPs triggered intestinal inflammatory responses, evidenced by the increased mRNA expression of TNF-β, TNF-α, IL1β, IL6, and IL8, and the decreased expression of IL10. High NPs concentrations were more likely to induce intestinal inflammation, with 500 nm NPs imparting the strongest effect. In summary, the study demonstrated that NPs, and particularly those at higher concentrations, disrupted the gut environment of C. dehaani by altering the microflora, reducing microbial diversity, inhibiting digestion and metabolism, inducing apoptosis, and triggering inflammation. Among the sizes of NPs tested, 500 nm NPs had the most significant adverse impact on digestion, metabolism, and inflammation, while 75 nm NPs most strongly induced apoptosis in C. dehaani's intestinal cells.
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- Mingming Han
- Centre for Marine and Coastal Studies, University Sains Malaysia, Minden, Penang, 11800, Malaysia
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- Centre for Marine and Coastal Studies, University Sains Malaysia, Minden, Penang, 11800, Malaysia
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- Freshwater Fisheries Research Institute of Jiangsu Province, 79 Chating East Street, Nanjing, 210017, China
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- Jiangsu Maritime Institute, 309 Gezhi Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 211100, China
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- Geography, School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800, Minden, Penang, Malaysia
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- Fishery Machinery and Instrument Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fisheries Sciences, Shanghai, 200092, China.
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- Freshwater Fisheries Research Institute of Jiangsu Province, 79 Chating East Street, Nanjing, 210017, China.
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Xie S, Song K, Liu S, Li Y, Wang J, Huang W, Feng Z. Distribution and characteristics of microplastics in 16 benthic organisms in Haizhou Bay, China: Influence of habitat, feeding habits and trophic level. MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2024; 199:115962. [PMID: 38157831 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2023.115962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Microplastics (MPs) are widely found in the ocean and cause a serious risk to marine organisms. However, fewer studies have been conducted on benthic organisms. This study conducted a case study on the pollution characteristics of MPs on 16 marine benthic organisms in Haizhou Bay, and analyzed the effects of habitat, trophic level, and feeding mode on the MPs pollution characters. The results showed that MPs were detected in all 16 organisms with an average abundance of 8.84 ± 9.14 items/individual, which is in the middle-high level in the international scale. Among the detected MPs, the main material was cellophane. This study showed that benthic organisms can be used as indicator organisms for MPs pollution. MPs in organisms can be affected by their habitat, trophic level, and feeding mode. Comprehensive analysis of MPs in benthic organisms will contribute to fully understand the characterization and source resolution of MPs pollution.
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- Siqi Xie
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China; Analytical Instrumentation Center, Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Sanya 572000, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, PR China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Ecosystem and Biogeochemistry, Second Institute of Oceanography, Ministry of Natural Resources, Hangzhou 310012, PR China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Marine Bioresources and Environment, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China; Co-Innovation Center of Jiangsu Marine Bio-industry Technology, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China; Key Laboratory of Coastal Salt Marsh Ecology and Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyungang 222005, PR China.
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