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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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Wellington Harbour - Steeple Rock, Seatoun Beach

18 June 2023

Seatoun Beach Litter Intelligence

Anne Taylor

Overview

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2

2.1

1.5

100m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

67

Products

134

32703

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 57 66
Resin pellets A N/A
Lollipop sticks 2 1
Strapping bands & tape 2 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 12 16
Straws 1 1
Food wrappers 6 2
Food containers 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 3 6
Plastic bags 1 7
Cable ties & zip ties 1 1
Cigarette lighters 1 22
Cigarettes, butts & filters 1 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 26 7
Glass & Ceramic 41 31013
Glass or ceramic fragments 5 13
Construction material 36 31000
Foamed Plastic 18 77
Foam glazier spacers 1 1
Ear plugs 1 1
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 8 12
Other Foamed Plastic 1 57
Polystyrene cups or food packs 7 6
Wood 10 1541
Processed timber & pallet crates 10 1541
Paper & Cardboard 5 4
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 1 1
Cups, food trays & wrappers 3 2
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 1 1
Fabric & Textiles 3 2
Clothing, towels and linen 1 1
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 2 1

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Previous survey in this area

Wellington Harbour - Steeple Rock, Seatoun Beach Seatoun Beach Litter Intelligence
11 Mar, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
77
47%

Next survey in this area

Wellington Harbour - Steeple Rock, Seatoun Beach Seatoun school
14 Sep, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
39
54%