Endangered turtle found to have survived record-breaking flood
The Manning River turtle population has remained stable a year after record-breaking floods in New South Wales. Despite some displacement during the floods, recent surveys indicate that these endangered turtles are surviving at pre-flood numbers. Ecologists will continue to monitor the population to assess the long-term impacts of the floods and other environmental factors.
- ▪The Manning River turtle is one of Australia's rarest freshwater turtles, found only on the NSW Mid North Coast.
- ▪Recent underwater surveys recorded 27 Manning River turtles, indicating a stable population despite previous flood impacts.
- ▪Some turtles have been displaced downstream, and researchers are interested in their future movements.
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Endangered Manning River turtle numbers holding steady, a year after record-breaking floodsMBy Marina TrajkovichBy Emma SiossianABC Mid North CoastTopic:EnvironmentSun 24 May 2026 at 9:33amSun 24 May 2026 at 9:33amSun 24 May 2026 at 9:33amLoading...In short:Experts say endangered Manning River turtles are being recorded at pre-flood numbers a year on from the record-breaking natural disaster on the NSW Mid North Coast.While some turtles were displaced in the extreme weather event, populations appear to have remained stable.What's next?Ecologists say more data is needed over the next few years to determine the full impact of the floods and future weather events.abc.net.au/news/endangered-maning-river-turtles-back-to-preflood-numbers/106711504Link copiedShareShare articleNew underwater…
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