First evidence of in vitro cytotoxic effects of marine microlitter on Merluccius merluccius and Mullus barbatus, two Mediterranean commercial fish species

Miccoli, Andrea; Mancini, Emanuele; Saraceni, Paolo Roberto; Ventura, Giancarlo Della; Scapigliati, Giuseppe; Picchietti, Simona

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.152618

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“…The European hake is a species of ecological importance for its trophic link between pelagic and demersal habitats, and, therefore, it has been regarded as a bioindicator of coastal marine ecosystems (Giani et al ., 2019 ). Moreover, this species has a noticeable commercial value, being among the most targeted demersal fish species by the Mediterranean fisheries (Cocci et al ., 2022 ; Miccoli et al , 2022 ).…”

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“…The obtained results confirmed that M. merluccius is susceptible to microfiber ingestion, as previously observed in other areas of the Tyrrhenian Sea (Mancuso et al , 2019 ; Miccoli et al ., 2022 ) and worldwide (Giani et al , 2019 ; Avio et al ., 2020 ; Bošković et al ., 2022 ; Cocci et al ., 2022 ; Muns-Pujadas et al ., 2023 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…If we compare literature data on microfiber intake in the same species, the number of ingested microfibers shows high variability. 5.3 (±3.8) synthetic microfibers were detected in M. merluccius from the Adriatic Sea (Cocci et al ., 2022 ), while M. merluccius from the coastal Northern Tyrrhenian Sea ingested 12.67 (±4.27) plastic microfibers per individual (Miccoli et al , 2022 ). Hakes from different localities of the Catalan coast (northwest Mediterranean) ingested a mean of 1.39 (±1.39) items/individual; among those, consistent with the current investigation, natural microfibers were predominant (77.8%) (Muns-Pujadas et al , 2023 ).…”

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“…In this view, the aim of the current research was to assess the extent of natural/artificial and synthetic microfiber contamination in the GIT of commercial Merluccius merluccius exemplars from the Tyrrhenian Sea. The European hake is a benthopelagic species widely diffused in the study area, and, being the main target of the commercial fishery and not able to travel long distances, it has been considered a small-scale bioindicator for the monitoring of plastic ingestion in the Mediterranean coastal environment (Giani et al ., 2019 ; Cocci et al ., 2022 ; Miccoli et al ., 2022 ). In addition, the small exemplars may be used in Italian delicacies without being eviscerated, and so the anthropogenic particles contained in their gut may be ingested by the consumer (Mistri et al , 2022 ).…”

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A study on textile microfiber contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of <i>Merluccius merluccius</i> samples from the Tyrrhenian Sea

Santonicola,

Volgare,

Schiano

et al. 2024

Ital J Food Safety

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The increased demand and consumption of synthetic textiles have contributed to microplastic pollution in the form of microfibers. These particles are widely spread in the aquatic environment, leading to the exposure of marine biota, including edible species. The current study aimed to assess the extent of microfiber contamination in a commercially relevant fish species, Merluccius merluccius, which is considered a small-scale bioindicator for the monitoring of plastic ingestion in the Mediterranean coastal environment. The frequency of ingestion, abundance, and composition of textile microfibers isolated from the fish gut were characterized. Results showed the occurrence of microfibers in 75% of the samples, with a mean number of 10.6 microfibers/individual, of which 70% were classified as natural microfibers. The spectroscopic analyses confirmed both the visual identification of microfibers and the prevalence of cellulosic fibers. The obtained findings provided evidence of both natural/artificial and synthetic microfiber exposure in an important commercial fish species that, considering the consumption of small individuals without being eviscerated, may be a potential route of microfiber exposure in humans. Monitoring programs for fishery products from markets are needed to assess contamination levels and human health risks. In addition, measures to control microfiber pollution need to occur at multiple levels, from textile industries to international governments.

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A study on textile microfiber contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of <i>Merluccius merluccius</i> samples from the Tyrrhenian Sea

Santonicola,

Volgare,

Schiano

et al. 2024

Ital J Food Safety

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“…and sold. This practice represents a danger to humans, because microplastics could be the carrier of biological agents [ 81 , 82 ].…”

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Diet and Plastic Ingestion in the Blackmouth Catshark Galeus melastomus, Rafinesque 1810, in Italian Waters

Zicarelli

Romano

Gallo

et al. 2023

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Galeus melastomus is the most common Pentanchidae in the Mediterranean Sea. A scavenger and opportunistic feeder, and despite the wide distribution, little is known about its feeding habits in Italian waters. The main purpose of this study was to investigate the diet of the blackmouth catshark by analysing the stomach contents. The specimens analysed were obtained from five populations of the Tyrrhenian and of the Ionian Seas, collected from a depth between 40 and 700 m. A total of 259 stomachs were analysed. The stomach contents were grouped into macro-categories and identified to the lowest taxonomic level possible. Crustaceans such as Parapenaeus longirostris, the Cephalopods Heteroteuthis dispar and Onychoteuthis banksii, and Osteichthyes, mostly Myctophidae, were identified. Plastic debris was also found among the stomach contents and classified according to its colour and shape. Osteichthyes represent the most abundant item (44%), above all the Myctophidae family, except for the catshark population from Tuscany, in which the most frequent species were Cephalopods, such as Abralia veranyi and Heteroteuthis dispar. Differences in the plastic debris contents were also observed between the Tuscany population and other populations. These could be explained as a probable consequence of the different depths at which the blackmouth catshark populations were sampled.

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Effects of microfiber and bead microplastic exposure in the goldfish Carassius auratus: Bioaccumulation, antioxidant responses, and cell damage

Kim,

Park

et al. 2023

Aquatic Toxicology

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First evidence of in vitro cytotoxic effects of marine microlitter on Merluccius merluccius and Mullus barbatus, two Mediterranean commercial fish species

Cited by 9 publications

References 104 publications

A study on textile microfiber contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of <i>Merluccius merluccius</i> samples from the Tyrrhenian Sea

A study on textile microfiber contamination in the gastrointestinal tracts of <i>Merluccius merluccius</i> samples from the Tyrrhenian Sea

Diet and Plastic Ingestion in the Blackmouth Catshark Galeus melastomus, Rafinesque 1810, in Italian Waters

Effects of microfiber and bead microplastic exposure in the goldfish Carassius auratus: Bioaccumulation, antioxidant responses, and cell damage

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