Most of these balloons are those falsely marketed by the balloon industry as “biodegradable latex.” All photos were taken by Balloons Blow on Hutchinson Island, Florida, USA – unless otherwise noted. All photos with citations may be used for education purposes.
Latex Balloon
Latex balloon near sea turtle nest.
Latex Balloon
“Baby Boy” latex balloon.
Latex Balloon
Balloons blow, don't let them go.
Latex Balloon
Balloon trash.
Latex Balloon
Tampa Prep Rowing balloon trash.
Latex Balloon
Piece of latex balloon with bitemarks.
Balloon Trash
Sticky latex balloon.
Bit Up Latex Balloon
Hutchinson Island, FL
Latex Balloon
Piece of balloon in sand.
Latex Balloon
Sticky piece of latex balloon.
Latex Balloon
Balloons blow, don't let them go.
Latex Balloon
Balloon litter on beach.
Latex Balloon
Bit up balloon.
Latex Balloon
The gooey stuff inside is Hi-Float, a substance added to make the balloons float longer.
Mylar Balloon
Balloon trash on beach.
Balloon Ribbon
Balloons litter beach!
Balloon Litter
Broken piece of balloon.
Latex Balloon
Balloon litter.
Latex Balloon
Hutchinson Island, FL
Balloon Litter
More latex balloon trash.
Latex Balloon
Hutchinson Island, FL
Latex Balloon
Balloon litter on beach.
Balloon Ribbon
Balloon trash.
Latex Balloon
Balloons pollute beach.