LEARNZ Kohunga kutai podcast 2 of 2

Kohunga kutai: A natural solution for a plastic problem. In this second podcast of two, experts answer questions from schools about the science and mātauranga Māori of kūtai (mussels) and the testing of more sustainable materials than plastic for growing mussel spat. 1. How do marine reserves affect the overall fish population? 2. If over time, creatures like fish have evolved and adapted to problems that face them, why can't they adapt to modern problems like commercial fishing and global warming? 3. How can we prevent too much phytoplankton growth from harming sea plants and creatures? 4. How long will natural plant fibre ropes last, compared to plastic ones, and are they cost efficient? 5. How does waste from aquaculture farms affect the surrounding marine ecosystem? 6. If our marine wildlife are dying because of plastic and litter, is there a long term way to fix this worldwide problem? More at https://www.learnz.org.nz/sustainableseas221/connect-with-experts