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

7 December 2022

Marlborough Boys College

Ailie Suzuki

Overview

B

8

3.2

1.9

100m x 10m

Cobbles

Items per 1,000m2

314

Products

314

6617

Type Count Weight (g)
Wood 287 6258
Processed timber & pallet crates 286 6250
Corks 1 8
Plastic 10 117
Resin pellets A N/A
Rope 1 17
Strapping bands & tape 1 3
Food wrappers 1 1
Bottles, drums, jerrycans & buckets > 2 L 1 51
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 2 3
Bottle caps & lids 3 6
Other Plastic 1 36
Glass & Ceramic 9 98
Bottles & jars 9 98
Metal 3 18
Construction material 3 18
Other 2 11
Other 2 11
Foamed Plastic 2 5
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 1 1
Foam sponge 1 4
Fabric & Textiles 1 110
Clothing, towels and linen 1 110

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