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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 - Long Island West

25 May 2026

Envirohub Marlborough

Sarah Huntley

Overview

A

9

3.5

0.8

100m x 16m

Rock Rubble

Items per 1,000m2

11

Products

17

2653

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 9 1021
Resin pellets A N/A
Food wrappers 2 5
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 1 4
Bottle caps & lids 4 36
Cigarette lighters 1 13
Plastic vehicle parts 1 963
Wood 4 325
Processed timber & pallet crates 4 325
Glass & Ceramic 2 234
Glass or ceramic fragments 2 234
Fabric & Textiles 1 1
Rope, line or string (natural) 1 1
Foamed Plastic 1 1072
Other Foamed Plastic 1 1072

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Marlborough Sounds - Long Island West Envirohub Marlborough
13 Mar, 2026
Items per 1,000m2
27
80%

Next survey in this area

Marlborough Sounds - Long Island West Envirohub Marlborough
25 May, 2026
Items per 1,000m2
3
0%