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Plastic pollution on the beach at Baia Parda, east coast of Sal, Cape Verde Islands, Atlantic, Africa
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Plastic pollution on the beach at Baia Parda, east coast of Sal, Cape Verde Islands, Atlantic, Africa
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Media ID 24891897
© Nigel Hicks
Bucket Cape Verde Plastic Pollution Seaside Wave West Africa
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This print by Nigel Hicks captures the devastating reality of plastic pollution on the beautiful beach at Baia Parda, located on the east coast of Sal in Cape Verde Islands, Africa. The image showcases a horizontal view of this travel destination, highlighting its stunning coastline and crystal-clear waters tainted by an overwhelming amount of plastic waste. The vibrant colors in this photograph emphasize the stark contrast between nature's beauty and human impact. The sandy shore is marred with discarded buckets and jerry cans, symbolizing our careless disregard for the environment. As waves crash against the polluted beach, it serves as a poignant reminder that our actions have far-reaching consequences. With no people present in the frame, this image allows us to reflect upon our role in preserving these fragile ecosystems. It urges us to confront the urgent need for change and take responsibility for reducing plastic consumption and improving waste management practices worldwide. As we gaze at this thought-provoking scene, we are reminded that even remote corners of our planet are not immune to environmental degradation caused by human activity. This photograph serves as both a wake-up call and a plea to protect our oceans from further harm. Through his lens, Nigel Hicks has captured a powerful message about one of today's most pressing global issues – plastic pollution – urging us all to become better stewards of our planet before it's too late.
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