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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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Mangawhai Heads - Picnic Bay

3 June 2022

Sustainable Kaipara

Stephanie Gibson

Overview

B

7

3.5

3.5

100m x 16m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

32

Products

52

69

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 44 46
Resin pellets C N/A
Cigarettes, butts & filters 15 4
Fishing line 2 3
Rope 2 12
Strapping bands & tape 1 16
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 23 10
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 1 1
Foamed Plastic 4 3
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 2 1
Other Foamed Plastic 1 1
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 1 1
Metal 2 3
Aluminium drink cans 1 1
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 1 2
Rubber 2 17
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 2 17

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Mangawhai Heads - Picnic Bay Sustainable Kaipara
24 Nov, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
31
92%

Next survey in this area

Mangawhai Heads - Picnic Bay Sustainable Kaipara
01 Jul, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
36
79%