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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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Paraparaumu Beach - North Beach

11 December 2023

Waikanae Estuary Care Group

Jude Willis

Overview

A

2

1.2

2.2

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

5

Products

10

29

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 4 7
Resin pellets A N/A
Cosmetics and medical packaging 1 1
Food wrappers 2 5
Other Plastic 1 1
Fabric & Textiles 2 13
Clothing, towels and linen 1 10
Rope, line or string (natural) 1 3
Paper & Cardboard 2 5
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 2 5
Glass & Ceramic 2 4
Bottles & jars 2 4

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Paraparaumu Beach - North Beach Waikanae Estuary Care Group
13 Sep, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
4
88%

Next survey in this area

Paraparaumu Beach - North Beach Waikanae Estuary Care Group
22 Mar, 2024
Items per 1,000m2
38
83%