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

beach-icon Beach.

Tapuae Marine Reserve - Hermit Hill

19 October 2025

DOC Taranaki Marine Reserve Rangers

Oscar Cotter

Overview

A

2

1.9

1.2

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

52

Products

104

5944

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 96 145
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottle caps & lids 5 15
Other Plastic 1 44
Bottle seals & tabs 2 2
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 11 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 55 25
Straws 2 3
Rope 8 10
Plastic bags 4 35
Lollipop sticks 2 3
Bottle neck rings 2 3
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 4 4
Wood 6 5000
Processed timber & pallet crates 6 5000
Fabric & Textiles 1 796
Other cloth 1 796
Rubber 1 3
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 1 3

Materials

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