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    This study quantified coastal debris along 3 beaches (Angsila, Bangsaen, Samaesarn) in eastern coast of Thailand. Debris samples were collected from lower and upper strata of these beaches during wet and dry seasons. The results showed that Bangsaen had the highest average debris density (15.5m-2) followed by Samaesarn (8.10m-2), and Angsila (5.54m-2). Among the 12 debris categories, the most abundant debris type was plastics (>45% of the total debris) in all beach locations. Coastal debris distribution was related to economic activities in the vicinity. Fishery and shell-fish aquaculture activities were primary sources of debris in Angsila while tourism activities were main sources in Bangsaen and Samaesarn. Site-specific pollution control mechanisms (environmental awareness, reuse and recycling) are recommended to reduce public littering. Management actions in Angsila should focus on fishery and shell-fish culture practices, while Bangsaen and Samaesarn should be directed toward leisure activities promoting waste management. Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

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    Gajahin Gamage Nadeeka Thushari, Suchana Chavanich, Amararatne Yakupitiyage. Coastal debris analysis in beaches of Chonburi Province, eastern of Thailand as implications for coastal conservation. Marine pollution bulletin. 2017 Mar 15;116(1-2):121-129

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    PMID: 28062096

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