Balloon Litter Impacts…
…Animals in the Water
Many species of marine wildlife, including the endangered Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) sea turtle have been reported to ingest balloons. Credit: Blair Witherington FWC.
…Animals on the Land
Balloon litter can also have negative impacts on birds as well as animals on land due to ingestion and entanglement. Even on farms and ranches, balloon litter is harmful.
…Power
Foil balloons (incorrectly referred to as Mylar) that become entangled in power lines can cause wide-spread power outages. Credit: CVW.
