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Data.

This dataset was collected by Citizen Scientists at an official 'Survey Area' as part of the Litter Intelligence long-term litter monitoring programme. The data are freely and openly accessible to anyone. Download the raw data, share this survey, and learn more about the data collection methodology through the links at the bottom of the page.

Litter Survey

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Marlborough Sounds - Long Island West

2 July 2021

Marine Farming Association

Amber McNamara

Overview

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5

2.5

2.3

120m x 8m

Cobbles

Items per 1,000m2

12

Products

12

3227

Type Count Weight (g)
Wood 7 3060
Processed timber & pallet crates 7 3060
Plastic 3 127
Resin pellets A N/A
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 1 1
Food containers 1 22
Bottles, drums, jerrycans & buckets > 2 L 1 104
Glass & Ceramic 1 35
Bottles & jars 1 35
Other 1 5
Personal care items 1 5

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Marlborough Sounds - Long Island West Marlborough Litter Monitoring Group
26 Nov, 2020
Items per 1,000m2
25
68%

Next survey in this area

Marlborough Sounds - Long Island West Marlborough Boys College
05 Dec, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
27
41%