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 - Tongatapu - Sopu Western Side

15 October 2026

MEIDECC Tonga

Rene Voi-Ulufonua

Overview

C

15

22.5

7.5

100m x 10m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

970

Products

970

14970

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 718 6294
Resin pellets C N/A
Food containers 141 1225
Bottles <= 2 L 47 2000
Food wrappers 125 429
Bottle caps & lids 6 15
Plastic utensils 6 65
Plastic bags 376 1860
Rope 11 580
Gloves 6 120
Metal 126 2305
Aluminium drink cans 120 2155
Foil wrappers 6 150
Glass & Ceramic 46 3350
Bottles & jars 18 3160
Glass or ceramic fragments 28 190
Paper & Cardboard 28 336
Paper, newspapers & paper receipts 28 336
Other 27 0
Sanitary items 27 N/A
Fabric & Textiles 22 2410
Clothing, towels and linen 9 450
Rope, line or string (natural) 4 135
Footwear & shoes 9 1825
Wood 3 275
Processed timber & pallet crates 2 220
Matches and wooden fireworks parts 1 55

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