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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 - Mangawhai Heads Beach

14 December 2022

Northland Regional Council

Richard Griffiths

Overview

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2

0.4

1.5

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

35

Products

70

2794

Type Count Weight (g)
Foamed Plastic 51 6
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 50 5
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 1 1
Plastic 12 3
Resin pellets B N/A
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 1
Cigarettes, butts & filters 6 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 5 1
Fabric & Textiles 4 2767
Clothing, towels and linen 4 2767
Metal 2 18
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 1 2
Other Metal 1 16
Other 1 0
Sanitary items 1 N/A

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Previous survey in this area

Mangawhai Heads - Mangawhai Heads Beach Northland Regional Council
24 Jan, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
21
76%

Next survey in this area

Mangawhai Heads - Mangawhai Heads Beach Northland Regional Council
21 Dec, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
2
60%