I mean, can you even imagine stumbling upon a nature reserve teeming with plastic pellets? It's like a nightmare come true! The fact that 84% of UK's sites of special scientific interest are contaminated with these tiny pollutants is just staggering. It's alarming to think about the impact it has on our precious wildlife and ecosystems. I completely agree with Fidra's call for governments worldwide to step up and introduce legislation to prevent such spills and ensure safe transportation practices. We need to take responsibility for our actions and create a more sustainable future for all living beings. The statistics are just mind-boggling - 53 billion plastic pellets released annually? It's like we're intentionally polluting our own planet! Let's work together to reduce plastic waste and protect our environment before it's too late!