Publications by authors named "Antonella D Padula"
Mar Pollut Bull
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- - This study is the first to analyze the presence of anthropogenic microparticles in franciscana dolphins, the most endangered cetaceans in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean, using samples from ten female dolphins collected between 2013 and 2023.
- - Analysis of the intestinal content and wall tissues revealed that all samples contained anthropogenic particles, primarily in the form of fibers, with various types of polymers like polyester and polypropylene identified through advanced spectroscopic techniques.
- - The research indicated differences in the types and colors of microplastics found in various sections of the dolphin's intestines, highlighting the extent of microplastic absorption in these endangered animals.
