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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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Awhitu Peninsula - Karioitahi Beach

3 February 2021

Awhitu Beachcare

Emma Thomas

Overview

A

9

11.3

1.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

16

Products

31

61

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 22 56
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottles <= 2 L 1 27
Food wrappers 4 1
Bottle neck rings 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 1 4
Plastic bags 4 15
Clothes pegs 1 3
Cigarettes, butts & filters 1 1
Strapping bands & tape 9 4
Paper & Cardboard 7 1
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 7 1
Wood 1 1
Corks 1 1
Rubber 1 3
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 1 3

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Awhitu Peninsula - Karioitahi Beach Awhitu Beachcare
22 Nov, 2020
Items per 1,000m2
20
77%

Next survey in this area

Awhitu Peninsula - Karioitahi Beach Awhitu Beachcare
22 May, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
29
81%