Posted by: Sandy Steinman | June 7, 2023

The Hazards of Balloons to Wildlife

from Channel Islands National Park
What goes up… must come down. Balloons released on accident or on purpose always end up where they aren’t supposed to be. Balloons are among the top ten types of debris found during coastal clean ups.
Balloons have been found deep in island canyons where they are over 40 miles away from the mainland. They are often seen floating in the ocean on the way to the islands.
Balloons pose a huge threat to wildlife in the ocean and on land. They are mistaken for food and can bl…

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