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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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Otago Peninsula - Portobello North shore

22 June 2022

NZ Marine Studies Centre

Zoe Psaroutuakis

Overview

A

1

0.6

0.2

100m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

4

Products

9

2433

Type Count Weight (g)
Glass & Ceramic 3 39
Glass or ceramic fragments 3 39
Plastic 2 15
Resin pellets A N/A
Plastic bags 1 13
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 2
Wood 2 2332
Processed timber & pallet crates 2 2332
Other 1 0
Sanitary items 1 N/A
Foamed Plastic 1 47
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Foamed Plastic) 1 47

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Otago Peninsula - Portobello North shore NZ Marine Studies Centre
09 Apr, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
112
12%

Next survey in this area

Otago Peninsula - Portobello North shore NZ Marine Studies Centre
06 Dec, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
3
17%