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The Turtles' Temptation: Investigating Plastic Consumption

This chapter explores research on why turtles ingest plastic, linking their behavior to seabirds' attraction to dimethyl sulfide. Through experiments with young loggerhead turtles, the team examines how these creatures respond to different scents, comparing plastic with natural food sources.

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