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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Otaki Beach - Otaki Surf Club

30 March 2025

Sustainable Coastlines

Max Archer

Overview

A

1

0.7

0.7

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

12

Products

25

50

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 15 22
Resin pellets A N/A
Food wrappers 2 1
Plastic vehicle parts 1 10
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 9 9
Safety & construction related 2 1
Drink package rings 1 1
Paper & Cardboard 6 20
Cups, food trays & wrappers 4 19
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 2 1
Metal 3 7
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 2 6
Foil wrappers 1 1
Foamed Plastic 1 1
Polystyrene cups or food packs 1 1

Materials

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