World Turtle News

Non-profit tortoise rescue thrives in Tri-Cities “I did everything wrong and I saw one of my beloved tortoises that I had had for years die right on schedule because of poor care,” said Meyer. “Because there’s so much misinformation out there.” Her mission now? “My top three of what I’m dedicated to, so to speak, is education, rescue and captive breeding,” explained Meyer. “Education is […]

3D Technology A Huge Step Forward Towards A Solution For Growing Predation Issues Psammobates geometricus is listed as a critically endangered species by the IUCN; as a result, conservationists have been racing to save this tortoise which is declining at an alarming rate. Now, a North American project is being applied towards this species in the hope that predation can be greatly reduced or even

Need for uniform conservation laws for turtles in Malaysia In its analysis and experience on the ground, World Wildlife Fund for Nature Malaysia (WWF Malaysia) showed that state laws governing turtles were inadequate and unable to protect turtles. �There is no uniformity of laws on turtles in Malaysia, which creates loopholes in the enforcement of laws. �In the peninsula, comprehensive banning of turtle egg possession

Loggerhead Marinelife Center In A Race Against Time With Hurricane Irma Hot On Their Heels While thousands flee their homes in the calm before the storm, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is still tirelessly at work, in a race to secure their animals in need of urgent care. As hurricane Irma bears down on the state of Florida, the facility decided to evacuate all their sea

Mary Schneider named Pawleys Island citizen of the year Mary Schneider, leader of the Pawleys Island branch of the South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts, was named the town’s Citizen of the Year at the annual Pawleys Island Civic Association meeting on Sept. 2. Schneider said she was not expecting the honor, and wanted to share it with the other 50 residents who take turns walking

Conservation Community Mourns The Loss Of Passionate Wildlife Advocate The conservation community lost a hero this week who was an inspiration for us all. Tony Amos was a lifelong contributor at the Animal Rehabilitation Keep on the campus of the Marine Science Institute. After his retirement in 2003, the researcher continued his persistent and dedicated work at the Institute, rescuing marine wildlife and educating the

Turtle and Tortoise Museum facing race against time to find new home With seven months left before it has to vacate its Chinese Garden premises, The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum of Singapore�s search for a new home has stalled, raising questions over what to do with the over 500 animals. Hers is the world�s only turtle and tortoise private zoo, started 16 years ago

The Ultimate Volunteer Conservation Program An Incredible Learning Experience And Adventure A little known niche in Greece is home to the Archelon, which is contributing to conservation efforts in an incredible way. This organization has dedicated its efforts to sea turtle conservation in the country of Greece, and its work is largely supported by passionate volunteers who donate their time and energy into an array

Saving olive ridley turtles of the Indian Ocean Is there a reason why turtles are facing different threats, based upon their species? Or is it more complicated than that? Martin Stelfox, Founder of the Olive Ridley project (ORP) explains. �Olive ridleys are extremely rare to encounter when snorkelling or diving,� Stelfox told me, and I couldn�t help but agree, they are notable by their absence