Our trash does not belong underwater however more than six million tons of it enters the ocean each year entangling and injuring marine life and
damaging critical habitats.
Not exact matches
Discovering weeds before they become well - established is
critical to reducing
damage to ecosystem integrity, preventing the loss of
habitat for rare plants and animals, and preventing costly natural resource management.
Funds can not be used for projects that would violate tribal treaty rights or result in long - term
damage to
critical habitat.
She's highlighted the
damage BP's oil spill did to coral reefs, mangrove forests and sea grasses, and pointed out that these
habitats are
critical for healthy commercial and recreational fisheries in the Gulf.