In early spring, we distribute nesting platforms on the local waterways. In touristy cities, such as Ghent, there is a lack of safe nesting space for waterbirds in general.
Waterbirds, such as the coot (meerkoet) move in and start their nest building process.
While building, they also gather increasing amounts of garbage from the canals and incorporate it into their nests.
After the breeding season, the birds leave their garbage nests behind.
After the birds have made their way out into the world, we have the possibility to collect and recycle the garbage from the platforms.
