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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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Wellington Harbour - Hikoikoi Reserve, Petone Beach

10 May 2024

Sustainable Coastlines

Dan Downing

Overview

B

2

2.0

5.2

50m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

85

Products

85

270

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 47 74
Resin pellets B N/A
Food wrappers 8 2
Strapping bands & tape 1 5
Cigarettes, butts & filters 1 1
Bottle neck rings 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 4 7
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 18 15
Other Plastic 1 1
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 18
Food containers 4 10
Straws 2 2
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 5 11
Glass & Ceramic 20 120
Bottles & jars 1 38
Glass or ceramic fragments 19 82
Metal 7 53
Construction material 7 53
Foamed Plastic 3 4
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 1 1
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 1 2
Ear plugs 1 1
Paper & Cardboard 3 6
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 3 6
Rubber 2 10
Construction & Automotive 1 4
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 1 6
Wood 1 2
Processed timber & pallet crates 1 2
Fabric & Textiles 1 1
Rope, line or string (natural) 1 1
Other 1 0
Sanitary items 1 N/A

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Previous survey in this area

Wellington Harbour - Hikoikoi Reserve, Petone Beach Sustainable Coastlines
14 Apr, 2024
Items per 1,000m2
25
78%

Next survey in this area

Wellington Harbour - Hikoikoi Reserve, Petone Beach Sustainable Coastlines
05 Jul, 2024
Items per 1,000m2
168
70%