Long-term dynamics of microplastic accumulation in the intestinal tract of terrestrial insects on the example of Vespula vulgaris (Linnaeus, 1758) (Hymenoptera: Vespidae)
M. Lee,
A. V. Simakova,
I. B. Babkina
et al.
Abstract:The dynamics of microplastic (MP) accumulation in the intestinal tract of terrestrial insects was studied based on the data obtained for the common wasp Vespula vulgaris (Linnaeus, 1758) (Hymenoptera: Vespidae) for over 10 years. Wasps were collected in the vicinity of the village of Kireevsk (Tomsk region, Western Siberia, Russia) during the period of 2012 to 2021. A total of 167 individuals were examined. MPs were detected in wasps during all years of the study; fragments and fi bers of various colors and si… Show more
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