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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Sumner Beach - Cave Rock End

15 April 2023

Christchurch Envirokids

Emma Hunter

Overview

B

23

15.0

16.5

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

225

Products

450

784

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 368 164
Resin pellets D N/A
Strapping bands & tape 4 4
Cigarettes, butts & filters 29 4
Food wrappers 9 2
Lollipop sticks 5 2
Fishing line 3 6
Rope 9 29
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 291 100
Bottle neck rings 2 1
Bottle caps & lids 15 15
Hangers & retail packaging 1 1
Foamed Plastic 22 11
Foam glazier spacers 1 1
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 9 2
Foam sponge 9 3
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 3 5
Wood 16 445
Processed timber & pallet crates 16 445
Paper & Cardboard 14 9
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 14 9
Fabric & Textiles 9 141
Clothing, towels and linen 4 126
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 3 13
Backpacks & bags 2 2
Glass & Ceramic 8 6
Glass or ceramic fragments 2 2
Construction material 6 4
Other 7 3
Personal care items 3 3
Sanitary items 4 N/A
Rubber 4 4
Rubber bands 2 1
Construction & Automotive 2 3
Metal 2 1
Unidentifiable metal fragments 2 1

Materials

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