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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Oreti Beach - Christies track

24 July 2023

Oreti Beach Litter Monitoring Group

Bronwyn Graham

Overview

A

2

0.5

0.1

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

14

Products

29

1519

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 23 84
Resin pellets A N/A
Rope 2 20
Fishing nets 1 24
Strapping bands & tape 1 1
Shotgun wadding & shells 3 13
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 14 20
Bottle caps & lids 1 5
Cigarettes, butts & filters 1 1
Wood 2 1203
Processed timber & pallet crates 2 1203
Paper & Cardboard 2 12
Cups, food trays & wrappers 2 12
Fabric & Textiles 1 216
Clothing, towels and linen 1 216
Foamed Plastic 1 4
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 1 4

Materials

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