Successful homecoming for rescued sea turtles in KZN Posted by Olerato Ramafsi on 29 September 2022 A bale of rescued endangered sea turtles have been returned into the ocean by SAAMBR and their group of collaborators. Picture: Bryan Hart The project was done in collaboration with Ezemvelo Wildlife, The NSRI and Durban Undersea Club. Together they boarded the SAIAB Phakisa vessel to release the recovered loggerhead turtle post-hatchlings into the deep blue sea. The loggerhead turtles were recovered all over the South African coast with some coming from the Western Cape through Two Oceans Aquarium. The little turtles are generally only released once they reach a body weight of 150g and demonstrate a good diving ability so that they can hunt and chase food for themselves. Picture: Linda Ness All sea turtles are listed as endangered and the rescue, rehabilitation and release efforts by all involved contribute to the ongoing conservation of these amazing oceanic creatures. Loggerhead and leatherback turtles nest along the northern KZN coastline and the stranding of turtle hatchlings can be caused by cold temperatures, strong onshore winds and adverse currents or injuries. If you come across a stranded turtle in Kwa-Zulu Natal please contact SAAMBR on their 24-hour number: 031 328 8222 ALSO READ: One vulture at a time: Vulpro’s tireless work to help numbers soar again Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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