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Slow Violence

2022: Plastic Smog asphyxiates oceans all around the world and The Mediterranean Sea is just one example. 8As widely known, the marine ecosystem and its biodiversity are under a huge threat. Plastic islands represent just the tip of a dangerous iceberg. Indeed, species diversity is at risk not only in the aquatic environment. Since plastic entered the food chain, even the human being is affected. A biologist, engaged in a volunteer group, is gathering and analysing plastics and microplastics in increasingly impacted and contaminated waters. Her hope is to protect the marine ecosystem and sensitize people all around the world.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 09.2023
Photo Location: Rome, Italy
Camera: Canon EOS R6
Copyright: © Fabrizio Maffei