eDNA: Advancing NZ's Water Quality Testing

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Hi Everyone,

My name is Anushka and I'm currently a year 11 who is participating in Silver Crest. As part of my scientific project that aims to investigate the way that eDNA ( Environmental DNA) alter over a prolonged period of time between suburban and rural streams, I would like to gather some of the public's opinions. The completion of this quick survey is much appreciated and will help contribute to my project.

Much Appreciated,

Anushka

eDNA is the genetic material that is left behind by by all living things during their interactions with the environment. Through the increasing popularity of eDNA testing, new information has been gathered for researchers to further understand the health of our waterways. Are you aware of it's importance to the overall diversity of our streams in Aotearoa? *

Yes

Maybe

Have you ever noticed any of the following signs of change in the waterways near your neighbourhood? *

Noticeable pollution and littering nearby or around the stream?

A noticeable differences in the appearance of the water - such as a change in smell, colour or water flow?

A noticeable improvement in the quality of surrounding environment of the stream such as increased spotting of native wildlife, no soil erosion or healthy greenery?

Any noticeable changes observed in the stream due to the recent weather events that have hit NZ

None of the above

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In your opinion, which, if any, of the following issues creates the worst damage to streams/rivers? *

Littering, chemical pollutants and household pollution

The reduction of native wildlife, such as birds and native plants

Severe and unprecedented weather events ( repercussions of climate change)

Increased construction and human activity close to streams and rivers

None of the above

Required

Do you believe there is enough community awareness surrounding the issues regarding our streams/rivers? *

Yes, I believe that there is enough community awareness about these issues and I am well informed

Maybe, but I am still unsure and misinformed about the true extent of the issues surrounding local streams and rivers

No, I do not believe there is enough awareness about the extent of the issues plaguing New Zealand's streams and rivers

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