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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Milford Beach - Volleyball Court

7 June 2024

Sustainable Coastlines International Volunteers

Rebecca Fleet

Overview

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2

1.5

3.4

50m x 10m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

476

Products

238

7659

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 166 106
Resin pellets B N/A
Straws 2 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 12 7
Food wrappers 12 6
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 10 4
Bottle caps & lids 13 12
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 72 35
Parking tickets & receipts 3 4
Fishing line 2 5
Cigarettes, butts & filters 11 3
Bottle neck rings 8 2
Cable ties & zip ties 2 1
Plastic sheeting 1 1
Bottle seals & tabs 2 1
Safety & construction related 4 15
Strapping bands & tape 6 3
Fishing gear 1 2
Lollipop sticks 2 1
Gardening & farming related 1 1
Plastic vehicle parts 2 2
Foamed Plastic 26 11
Foam glazier spacers 2 2
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 5 2
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 18 5
Polystyrene cups or food packs 1 2
Wood 11 7478
Corks 2 39
Processed timber & pallet crates 8 7438
Other Wood (specify) 1 1
Glass & Ceramic 11 41
Glass or ceramic fragments 11 41
Other 8 4
Sanitary items 3 N/A
Personal care items 5 4
Paper & Cardboard 6 16
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 6 16
Fabric & Textiles 6 1
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 6 1
Metal 2 1
Foil wrappers 2 1
Rubber 2 1
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 2 1

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