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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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Marlborough Sounds - Picton Foreshore

16 July 2025

Envirohub Marlborough

Sara Kidston

Overview

B

12

8.0

4.0

100m x 10m

Mixed Substrate

Items per 1,000m2

69

Products

69

291

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 52 39
Resin pellets C N/A
Cigarettes, butts & filters 5 2
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 22 29
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 20 6
Fishing gear 4 1
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 1
Wood 10 225
Processed timber & pallet crates 10 225
Other 5 1
Sanitary items 4 N/A
Personal care items 1 1
Paper & Cardboard 1 1
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 1 1
Fabric & Textiles 1 25
Clothing, towels and linen 1 25

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Marlborough Sounds - Picton Foreshore Envirohub Marlborough
22 May, 2025
Items per 1,000m2
100
70%