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  • Coastal ecology
  • Environmental science

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  • Coastal litter is a significant environmental issue globally.
  • Understanding the movement and fate of litter on beaches is crucial for effective management.
  • Previous research has focused on litter quantities, but less on its dynamic processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the dynamics of litter inputs on Mediterranean cobble beaches.
  • To identify the primary drivers of litter movement and accumulation.
  • To assess the contribution of different sources to beach litter.

Main Methods:

  • Biweekly litter tagging over three months during winter on five Spanish cobble beaches.
  • Monitoring litter inputs, outputs, burial, and exhumation processes.
  • Material analysis to identify dominant litter types.

Main Results:

  • Plastic was the dominant litter material, accounting for 77% of inputs.
  • Storms were a major driver of litter dynamics in remote/narrow beaches, influencing both accumulation and removal.
  • Rural beaches showed significant litter input from beach users, including fishers and tourists.
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  • Storms and human activities are key factors influencing coastal litter dynamics.
  • Effective beach management requires addressing both natural forces and anthropogenic inputs.
  • Further research and targeted actions are needed to mitigate coastal litter pollution.