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Underwater Plastic Bag Litter

Underwater view of the rocky seabed. A ripped pink plastic bag floats on the bottom of the sea in the water in the Mediterranean sea off the coast of Ierapetra in the Greek island Crete. Local authorities and NGOs are trying to raise awareness and attention about plastic pollution affecting marine wildlife, wildlife habitat, environment and the economy. Greece is facing overtourism problem with lot of littering while lacking proper facilities and preparation. Ierapetra, Creta island Greece on October 17, 2025 (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#12929258
Date Taken	17 October 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto
Category	Environmental Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto

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