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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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Marsden Bay Reserve - Chain Poles

12 March 2021

Patuharakeke Taiao Unit

Ari Carrington

Overview

A

4

1.3

0.3

100m x 5m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

36

Products

18

152

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 13 52
Resin pellets A N/A
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Other Plastic 2 2
Food containers 1 5
Plastic utensils 1 2
Rope 1 2
Bottle caps & lids 1 1
Food wrappers 1 1
Plastic vehicle parts 1 10
Straws 1 1
Plastic buoys 1 26
Cigarettes, butts & filters 2 1
Wood 1 10
Corks 1 10
Paper & Cardboard 1 5
Cups, food trays & wrappers 1 5
Glass & Ceramic 1 6
Bottles & jars 1 6
Foamed Plastic 1 76
Foam sponge 1 76
Metal 1 3
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 1 3

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Previous survey in this area

Marsden Bay Reserve - Chain Poles Patuharakeke Taiao Unit
20 Aug, 2020
Items per 1,000m2
44
86%

Next survey in this area

Marsden Bay Reserve - Chain Poles Sustainable Coastlines
31 May, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
76
97%