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 - Masons Bay Martins Creek

20 September 2024

Stewart Island Community

Dallas Bradley

Overview

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2

2.0

1.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

270

Products

540

3180

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 533 3067
Resin pellets B N/A
Bottle caps & lids 19 59
Bottle neck rings 5 4
Bottle seals & tabs 3 1
Straws 1 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 252 136
Rope 179 2248
Strapping bands & tape 51 64
Mesh bags 3 158
Fishing gear 7 188
Shotgun wadding & shells 4 8
Fishing nets 1 8
Bottles <= 2 L 2 174
Other Plastic - N/A
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 4 17
Food wrappers 2 1
Rubber 3 37
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 3 37
Other 3 26
Personal care items 3 26
Fabric & Textiles 1 50
Backpacks & bags 1 50

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