A Green Turtle’s Journey to Con Dao Island
On April 22, a green turtle weighing nearly 100 kg with a Malaysian tag arrived at Bay Canh island, Con Dao to lay her eggs. The turtle crawled onto the sandy beach of Bay Canh island and dug a nest to lay her eggs. According to a Con Dao National Park official, this turtle weighs around 90-100 kg and is approximately 40 years old. This green turtle is one of seven species of sea turtles still appearing and breeding in Con Dao.
Con Dao district is the primary breeding ground for about 90% of turtles in Vietnam. From 2018 to 2023, more than 145,000 baby turtles will be hatched here and given tracking tags before being released into the sea. Among the seven recorded species of sea turtles are green turtles, big-headed turtles, flat shell turtles, tortoiseshells, leatherback turtles, pineapple tortoises, and Kemp’s ridley turtles. All seven species are listed in various conservation agreements to protect their populations.
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Overall, the arrival of this green sea turtle marks an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to protect these endangered species from extinction. As we continue our work towards creating a sustainable future for all living things on our planet, it’s essential that we remain committed to protecting these precious creatures that call the ocean their home.
In conclusion, Bay Canh island has welcomed yet another mother sea turtle who came from Malaysia with a tag numbered “TU6639.” This green sea
