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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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Takapuna Beach - Playground

3 May 2022

Sustainable Coastlines

Caitlyn Prince

Overview

A

19

8.2

12.7

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

240

Products

479

596

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 391 302
Resin pellets A N/A
Other Plastic 4 1
Lollipop sticks 5 1
Plastic sheeting 3 3
Straws 8 7
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 9
Plastic bags 3 8
Rope 15 37
Cigarettes, butts & filters 7 2
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 204 95
Food wrappers 95 78
Pens & Stationery 5 9
Food containers 3 9
Bottle seals & tabs 5 2
Bottle neck rings 10 3
Bottle caps & lids 23 38
Glass & Ceramic 34 114
Glass or ceramic fragments 33 104
Construction material 1 10
Foamed Plastic 16 14
Ear plugs 1 2
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 15 12
Paper & Cardboard 14 2
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 14 2
Rubber 13 22
Construction & Automotive 4 10
Other Rubber (specify) 1 1
Rubber bands 3 3
Rubber gloves 1 2
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 4 6
Other 4 0
Sanitary items 4 N/A
Wood 3 127
Processed timber & pallet crates 2 118
Corks 1 9
Metal 3 5
Foil wrappers 1 2
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 2 3
Fabric & Textiles 1 10
Clothing, towels and linen 1 10

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Previous survey in this area

Takapuna Beach - Playground Sustainable Coastlines
14 Mar, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
174
83%

Next survey in this area

Takapuna Beach - Playground Sustainable Coastlines
24 May, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
131
83%