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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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Milford Beach - Volleyball Court

23 September 2022

Sustainable Coastlines

Caitlyn Prince

Overview

B

5

7.5

9.0

60m x 10m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

1212

Products

727

658

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 518 297
Resin pellets C N/A
Strapping bands & tape 28 25
Fishing gear 1 14
Lollipop sticks 3 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 83 27
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 273 161
Bottle caps & lids 5 8
Bottle neck rings 12 2
Bottle seals & tabs 10 2
Cable ties & zip ties 20 16
Food wrappers 48 28
Cigarettes, butts & filters 34 6
Rope 1 7
Foamed Plastic 106 31
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Foamed Plastic) 2 9
Foam sponge 9 7
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 4 3
Ear plugs 5 3
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 86 9
Glass & Ceramic 38 175
Glass or ceramic fragments 38 175
Rubber 16 27
Other Rubber (specify) 5 3
Construction & Automotive 6 22
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 3 1
Rubber bands 2 1
Fabric & Textiles 15 31
Rope, line or string (natural) 5 19
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 9 7
Clothing, towels and linen 1 5
Other 14 22
Sanitary items 3 N/A
Personal care items 11 22
Wood 11 71
Wooden utensils 1 1
Processed timber & pallet crates 9 60
Corks 1 10
Metal 9 4
Unidentifiable metal fragments 2 3
Construction material 7 1

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Next survey in this area

Milford Beach - Volleyball Court Sustainable Coastlines International Volunteers
25 Jul, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
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