World Turtle Day: Important conservation wins amid turtle extinction crisis
World Turtle Day highlights the urgent conservation needs of turtles and tortoises, with over half of the species facing extinction. Despite the challenges, there have been notable successes in conservation efforts, including the return of the Floreana giant tortoise and the improved status of green turtles. Ongoing threats from human activities, such as habitat disruption and fishing practices, continue to pose risks to these ancient reptiles.
- ▪World Turtle Day is celebrated on May 23 to raise awareness about turtle conservation.
- ▪More than half of the world's 359 turtle and tortoise species are now at risk of extinction.
- ▪Recent conservation efforts have led to the return of the Floreana giant tortoise to its native island after being believed extinct.
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