). Mesoplastics comprised 44 % and microplastics 56 %, primarily polyethylene (47 %) and polypropylene (39 %)-common materials in fishing gear and household plastics. These findings suggest that local currents and fishing activities influence M/MP distribution. Comparison with previous studies validates the use of the presented citizen science methods for tracking floating M/MP in coastal waters and highlights their value in shaping marine conservation policies, particularly in vulnerable subarctic ecosystems.
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