Shells - leave them by the shore

"This summer, please leave the sea shells by the seashore. Someone needs that shell more than you. For native wildlife, both occupied and unoccupied shells provide important shelter and sources of calcium and grit."

"If you absolutely must pick something up and take it home, please pick up some of the vast amount of plastic found on Australian beaches."
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https://theconversation.com/this-summer-please-leave-the-sea-shells-by-the-seashore-243157
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