While not the direct cause of death, this plastic causes physiological stress and causes the chick to feel full during feedings, reducing its food intake and the chances of survival.
Meski bukan menjadi penyebab langsung kematian, plastik ini menyebabkan stress fisiologis dan menyebabkan anak burung merasa kenyang saat diberi makan sehingga mengurangi asupan makanan dan kemampuan bertahan hidup.