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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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Rakiura Stewart Island - Deep Bay

6 March 2024

Stewart Island Community

Emma Simpson-Boyce

Overview

A

2

4.0

1.6

95m x 7m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

223

Products

148

5796

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 102 1343
Resin pellets A N/A
Cable ties & zip ties 1 1
Food wrappers 2 3
Mesh bags 2 2
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 9 2
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 7 20
Plastic bags 1 6
Strapping bands & tape 1 1
Other Plastic 1 2
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 2
Rope 77 1304
Foamed Plastic 26 3
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 26 3
Wood 17 4442
Processed timber & pallet crates 7 924
Other Wood (specify) 10 3518
Fabric & Textiles 2 3
Rope, line or string (natural) 2 3
Other 1 5
Other 1 5

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Rakiura Stewart Island - Deep Bay Stewart Island Community
15 Aug, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
361
90%