Greetings from Guhagar, India, where newly hatched turtles get some help into the sea
Summary
In Guhagar, India, activists help vulnerable olive ridley sea turtle hatchlings reach the sea safely. They protect the turtles by incubating their eggs in secure places and guarding the hatchlings from predators as they make their way to the water.Key Facts
- India is working to protect olive ridley sea turtles, a vulnerable species.
- Female turtles lay eggs on the seashore every nesting season.
- Activists collect and incubate the eggs to protect them from threats like dogs and poachers.
- After hatching, activists guide the baby turtles to the Arabian Sea.
- Conservationists protect hatchlings from predators like crabs, seagulls, and dogs.
- Tourists often watch from a distance and cheer for the turtles as they reach the sea.
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