Imagine a fish that not only swims in the ocean but also cleans up after us by munching on plastic waste. No, it’s not the plot of a new animated movie, but a real-life innovation helping to fight ocean pollution. These plastic-eating fish could be the ocean’s new best friend, devouring trash and keeping our seas a bit cleaner. It’s an environmental solution that’s as fascinating as it is fishy—and it might just be the kind of under-the-sea hero we’ve been waiting for. So, the next time you hit the beach, don’t be surprised if these finned friends are doing more than just swimming around!

 

 

‘The only fish that can eat plastic’ is helping to keep trash out of the ocean — here’s why they should be on every beach