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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Titahi Bay - South End

16 August 2023

Porirua Papataiao Restoration Group

Olivia Rees

Overview

B

4

2.0

6.3

50m x 10m

Mixed Substrate

Items per 1,000m2

114

Products

57

255

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 38 211
Resin pellets A N/A
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 16 13
Bottle caps & lids 4 16
Food containers 3 33
Cigarettes, butts & filters 2 1
Cigarette lighters 1 18
Rope 1 115
Straws 1 2
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 1
Strapping bands & tape 1 1
Pens & Stationery 2 7
Bottle seals & tabs 2 1
Lollipop sticks 3 2
Safety & construction related 1 1
Foamed Plastic 16 11
Polystyrene cups or food packs 5 5
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 2 1
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Foamed Plastic) 1 1
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 7 3
Foam glazier spacers 1 1
Glass & Ceramic 3 33
Bottles & jars 3 33

Materials

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