death in driftnets, gillnets, shrimp trawling nets, and other fishing gear.harvesting of turtles for their shells, leather, and meat.pollution of the oceans by chemicals and garbage. loss of nesting beaches through human development activities.Threats currently facing sea turtles include: IMMEDIATE ACTION is required to reverse the decline of sea turtle populations the world over. Sea turtles are clearly under threat of extinction due to human activities. Why Are Sea Turtles Going Extinct? Sea turtle populations all over the world have been declining at alarming rates in recent decades. Today, all seven species of sea turtle are considered either endangered or threatened. Hundreds of years ago, there were many millions of sea turtles swimming the Earth's oceans. Although a female may lay hundreds of eggs in one season, only a few of the hatchlings will survive to reach maturity. Females reach reproductive age after 35 to 40 years, and only then return to the beach of their birth to lay their eggs for the next generation. Sea turtles are gentle reptiles that spend the majority of their lives in the ocean. Turtles are thus truly ancient beings-both in geological and mythological terms.Īs integral parts of the marine ecosystem, turtles are also useful indicators of the vitality of the overall marine environment. In addition, the turtle is an important symbol in the mythologies of many indigenous cultures, usually representing creation, longevity, and wisdom in these belief systems. General Information about Sea Turtles Why Are Sea Turtles So Special? Modern science shows that sea turtles have been swimming the Earth's oceans for well over 100 million years-even pre-dating many dinosaurs. Natural History 2.0: The Power of Direct Experience in Understanding, Connecting with, and Conserving Nature in the Modern AgeĢ0.Sea Turtle Information from World Turtle Trust Understanding the Impacts that Projected Increases Will Have On Sea Turtle Reproductive Outputġ9. Studying How Rapid Changes in Water Temperature Impact Sea Turtlesġ8. SeaTurtle Bycatch: A Global Challenge That Requires Adaptive Solutions For The 21st Centuryġ7. Stopping illegal hawksbill trafficking in Cartagena de Indias, Colombiaġ6. Busting Bekko: The Nexus Between Local and International Advocacy to End Japan’s Import of Tortoiseshellġ5. Illegal Take, Trade and Use of Sea Turtles in the South-West Indian Oceanġ4. Working With Communities to Manage Nesting Beachġ3. The Evolution of the Spotters Program at Tortuguero National Park, Costa Ricaġ2. Working with the Tourism Industry to Support Conservationġ1. Turtles: An overview of the Uruguayan Caseġ0. Green Phenix: Turning Waste Into Profit In Curacaoĩ. The Challenges of Maintaining A Hatchery in Rural Costa RicaĨ. Applications of Photo Identification in Sea Turtle Studiesħ. Sea Turtle Population Health Assessmentsĥ. Lessons From Three decades of Hawksbill Metal Tagging From Campeche, MexicoĤ. Sustainable Use of Sea Turtles Benefiting The Local Community in Rekawa Sanctuary, Sri Lankaģ. Policymakers concerned with marine conservation, wildlife protection, and sustainable development, will also find this a useful reference for efforts and directions to enact change and save sea turtles from extinction. It provides readers with firsthand accounts of sea turtle conservation efforts from conservationists based around the world and offers important suggestions and solutions for ensuring the future of these sea turtle species.Sea Turtles: Field Research and Conservation is the ideal resource for field biologist and marine conservationists, specifically those working in marine herpetology and with sea turtle species. Chapters in this book range from the use of cutting-edge technology to learn more about this elusive reptile, to working with communities with long histories of sea turtle trade and consumption. This book looks at the human side of protecting and studying these unique animals around the world, as well as the challenges involved, such as cultural differences and conducting research in remote locations.Led by a renowned expert in sea turtle conservation, this book addresses the largest issue facing sea turtle species currently nearly all species of sea turtles are endangered due to poaching, fishing snares, climate change, and more. Sea Turtles: Field Research and Conservation is a comprehensive reference of experiences with sea turtle species from global experts.
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