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sea turtle
Community and Society
Turtle nests threatened by development on Ambergris Caye
Improper garbage disposal and new construction/ development continue to threaten turtle nests, and their future is in jeopardy. Residents and developers are asked to proceed with caution to protect these highly threatened species.
Conservation
May 23, 2013 is World Turtle Day!
The annual May 23 celebration of all turtles has special significance this year as 2013 makes 20 years since Hawksbill Turtles have been protected in Belize
Community and Society
Oil covered turtle rescued and now released
The juvenile Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) that was found covered in crude oil on July 24th was released on Wednesday August 29th after...
Environment
Battered young female loggerhead rescued in San Pedro
A young adult female loggerhead sea turtle was rescued off the coast of San Pedro Town after it was sighted in distress by some children
Pets & Animals
Ailing Hawksbill Turtle being treated in San Pedro
A trapped Hawksbill Turtle was rescued in Hopkins and is now rehabilitating in San Pedro at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve headquarters
Environment
First Olive Ridley turtle tagged and released in Belize
The Olive Ridley (OR) is a small sea turtle, with an adult shell length averaging 60 to 70 cm. It has a medium–sized, broad...
