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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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Waikouaiti - Matanaka Beach end

28 March 2022

NZ Marine Studies Centre

Adelle Heineman

Overview

A

2

2.0

2.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

16

Products

31

168

Type Count Weight (g)
Glass & Ceramic 20 104
Glass or ceramic fragments 20 104
Plastic 9 22
Resin pellets A N/A
Rope 2 1
Food wrappers 1 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 1 3
Straws 1 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 3 15
Mesh bags 1 1
Paper & Cardboard 1 4
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 1 4
Fabric & Textiles 1 38
Clothing, towels and linen 1 38

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Waikouaiti - Matanaka Beach end Waikouaiti School
08 Dec, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
10
76%

Next survey in this area

Waikouaiti - Matanaka Beach end NZ Marine Studies Centre
30 Jun, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
20
23%