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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Tonga - Nuku'alofa - Popua Beach East

13 October 2026

MEIDECC Tonga

Rene Voi-Ulufonua

Overview

C

22

33.0

7.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

260

Products

521

9193

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 403 6387
Resin pellets C N/A
Plastic bags 326 5370
Rope 5 12
Bottle caps & lids 12 5
Food wrappers 25 200
Fishing line 12 90
Bottles <= 2 L 15 605
Gloves 8 105
Glass & Ceramic 50 463
Bottles & jars 50 463
Metal 26 238
Aluminium drink cans 13 183
Foil wrappers 13 55
Other 16 0
Sanitary items 16 N/A
Fabric & Textiles 15 2000
Clothing, towels and linen 15 2000
Paper & Cardboard 11 105
Paper, newspapers & paper receipts 11 105

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