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

beach-icon Beach.

Mangawhai - Boat Ramp

30 July 2023

Te Arai Citizen Scientists

Jemma Hovelmeier

Overview

A

2

0.8

0.5

100m x 10m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

37

Products

37

28

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 32 23
Resin pellets A N/A
Straws 2 3
Gardening & farming related 2 1
Rope 11 12
Food wrappers 4 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 3 1
Strapping bands & tape 1 3
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 8 1
Food containers 1 1
Other 3 2
Personal care items 1 1
Cotton buds 1 1
Sanitary items 1 N/A
Foamed Plastic 1 1
Foam sponge 1 1
Wood 1 2
Processed timber & pallet crates 1 2

Materials

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