PFAS Found in Dolphin Milk, Transfer to Calves
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- Researchers discovered PFAS in dolphin milk, confirming maternal transfer to calves.
- PFAS are persistent contaminants that accumulate in marine food webs, now shown to move from mother to offspring.
- Marine ecologists note that early‑life exposure could affect dolphin health and amplify bioaccumulation.
Why it matters: Calves ingest PFAS via milk, risking health impacts and long‑term bioaccumulation in dolphins.
