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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Purakaunui - Purakaunui Beach

14 February 2025

Purakaunui Bay Litter Monitoring Group

Duncan Eddy

Overview

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1

1.7

0.4

660m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

2

Products

23

10802

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 12 14
Resin pellets A N/A
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 3 8
Food wrappers 2 1
Food containers 2 3
Bottle caps & lids 3 1
Strapping bands & tape 2 1
Wood 4 2783
Processed timber & pallet crates 4 2783
Paper & Cardboard 2 1
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 2 1
Fabric & Textiles 2 2
Rope, line or string (natural) 2 2
Rubber 2 8001
Rubber bands 1 1
Tyres 1 8000
Foamed Plastic 1 1
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 1 1

Materials

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