Closure for selling frozen turtles and frogs without traceability
Closure for selling frozen turtles and frogs without traceability. Health risks, fines, and tips for safe shopping.
Turtles
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A blow to turtle trafficking in Chiapas: 3.445 specimens rescued
Chiapas rescue operation: 3.445 turtles found hidden in a bus. The driver has been arrested and is facing charges; the animals are receiving care at a sanctuary.
More than 6.500 taricaya turtles released in the Peruvian Amazon
More than 6.500 taricaya turtles released in Peru; Sernanp and communities promote their recovery in the face of pressure on eggs and habitat.
166 turtles and 10 birds found hidden in an onion truck
166 turtles and 10 birds hidden in an onion truck in Santa Fe. The vehicle was impounded and the driver arrested for wildlife trafficking.
A two-meter leatherback turtle was found dead in La LÃnea.
A two-meter leatherback turtle has been removed from Torrenueva (La LÃnea). Cegma is investigating the causes and recalling its rare presence in the Mediterranean.
Totoras: Gendarmerie seizes more than 160 turtles in a truck
Totoras Police Control: Gendarmerie found 166 turtles and birds in a truck carrying onions. Their origin, destination, and what happened to the driver and the animals.
Key advances in the conservation of giant tortoises in Aldabra and Galapagos
Aldabra obtains 13 offspring through artificial incubation, and Galapagos accelerates its recovery with breeding, repatriations, and genetic advances.
36 loggerhead turtles released in Elche after a year of care
Release of 36 loggerhead turtles in La Marina (Elche) after a year at the Oceanogrà fic. Headstart program and local support. Read the details.
38 loggerhead turtle hatchlings hatch from the Es Cavallet nest
Thirty-eight Caretta caretta chicks are born in Es Cavallet. Incubated at the Aula del Mar, they undergo head-starting before being released. How to handle a nest.
Discovery of a stranded leatherback turtle on Santa Comba beach (Ferrol)
A giant leatherback turtle has been found in Santa Comba (Ferrol): possible collision damage and a notification to Cemma. Learn all the details about the discovery.
Dozens of loggerhead turtles hatch on Levante beach in Benidorm: operation, release in Ti Ximo and why it matters
Several dozen loggerhead turtles are born in Levante. Operation, release in Ti Ximo, and what to do if new sightings occur.
Conservation of the Moorish tortoise: plans, science, and action
Key plans, studies, and reserves for protecting the Moorish tortoise. Participate and learn about effective conservation measures in its Mediterranean habitat.
Sea Turtle Protection: Initiatives, Figures, and Challenges from Cozumel to Panama
Key figures and actions protecting sea turtles in Cozumel, Mazatlán, the Dominican Republic, and Panama. Programs, laws, and how to collaborate.
Two loggerhead turtles return to the sea after their recovery in San Amaro.
CECAM releases two loggerhead turtles in San Amaro after their recovery, with a talk and plastic collection. Details of the process and the remaining challenge.
Diana the Red-backed Turtle's third nest in Dénia: 62 hatchlings from 77 eggs
Sixty-two chicks have hatched from Diana's third nest in Les Albaranes, Dénia. Details of the monitoring and the fourth nest are still pending.
Hurricane Erin: How it hit turtle nests in North Carolina
Erin ravages turtle nests in North Carolina: damage in Topsail and Emerald Isle, numbers, causes, and conservation response.
Mass arrival of olive ridley turtles at La Marinera Beach
3.297 Kemp's ridley sea turtles lay their eggs at La Marinera Beach (Panama). This unique phenomenon, its season, and protection measures are explained here.
The loggerhead turtle consolidates nesting in the Spanish Mediterranean
Nests are increasing in the Ebro Delta and hatchlings are being born in Mojácar: key facts and figures about the loggerhead turtle.
Turtle hatching in Mojácar: first hatchling in La Rumina
First loggerhead turtle hatchling in La Rumina (Mojácar): 99 eggs, 24-hour surveillance, and headstarting in Algeciras to improve survival.
Sighting of the largest sea turtle in Tenerife
A leatherback turtle has been spotted in Tenerife: size, migratory route, threats, and protection in the Canary Islands.
850 turtles to Hong Kong: guilty of smuggling
Admits smuggling 850 protected turtles to Hong Kong; 220 packages, 1,4 million. Sentence on December 23.
Hawksbill turtle release in Chelem and San San Pond Sak boosts nesting season
Chelem releases 350 hatchlings and San San Pond Sak releases 12: a review of actions and warnings in the midst of hawksbill nesting season.
The 'Here We Save Turtles' campaign promotes awareness and protection of sea turtles on La Costilla beach.
How to save sea turtles on the beach? Discover Rota's campaign with tips and citizen participation.
Protection and challenges of the olive ridley turtle on the beaches of Oaxaca
Operations and ecotourism seek to preserve the olive ridley sea turtle in the face of egg plundering and threats in Oaxaca.
Protection and surveillance in Playa del Carmen: positive season for the red sea turtle
Record protection: More than 1.500 red sea turtle nests were recorded off the coast of Playa del Carmen during a promising season.
A discovery of sea turtles highlights the importance of Almassora Beach as a nesting area.
A sea turtle nest with 11 hatchlings and 129 eggs found in Almassora, key to its conservation and Mediterranean biodiversity.
Sea Turtle Rehabilitation and Conservation: Current Initiatives and Challenges
Learn how centers and communities promote the rehabilitation and protection of sea turtles.
The Diana turtle lays her fourth egg on the beach of Dénia.
Diana the turtle returns to Dénia for her fourth laying: 39 more eggs, bringing the total to 277 this season. They are protecting their nest on Marineta Cassiana.
18 Mediterranean turtles seized in Mallorca for illegal possession
The Civil Guard seizes 18 Mediterranean tortoises in Mallorca for illegal possession. Details of the operation and protection of the species.
A sea turtle falls ill after ingesting balloon debris in Torrevieja.
A turtle was found with balloon remains inside in Torrevieja and is being treated in Valencia.
New loggerhead turtle egg layings on the beaches of Elche and Dénia reinforce the protection of the species.
Latest loggerhead turtle egg layings in Elche and Dénia: protocol, nest transfer, and specialized monitoring. Get informed and help.
Hawksbill Turtle: Rescue, Release, and Conservation in Mexico During the 2025 Season
Latest hawksbill turtle rescue and release efforts in Mexico in 2025. Nest protection, threats, and key role for the ecosystem.
The situation of the green turtle in Mexico: threats, nesting, and conservation
Why is the green sea turtle endangered in Mexico? Learn about its threats, nesting problems, and how to help conserve it.
Goliath, the 135-year-old Galapagos tortoise, makes history as a first-time father
A 135-year-old tortoise surprises after becoming a father for the first time in Miami. Discover the milestone, Goliath's story, and his impact on conservation.
Loggerhead turtle nesting and releases are increasing along the Spanish coast: A key summer for the species.
Protection and nesting success of the loggerhead turtle in Mojácar and other coasts. Keys to its conservation and recommendations for swimmers.
The serious impact of pollution and illegal trafficking on wetland turtles: current threats and actions
Why are wetland turtles in danger? Abandonment, traffic, and pollution threaten their future. Learn about the key factors and current actions.
Turtle release season on Mexican beaches: dates, locations, and recommendations
Find out when and where sea turtle releases take place on the beaches of Yucatán, Cancún, and Tamaulipas. Check out the dates, rules, and tips!
Operation in Chiapas: More than 3.400 peacock tortoises rescued from illegal trafficking
More than 3.400 peacock tortoises were rescued in Chiapas after a federal operation; learn how their illegal trafficking was halted and what their future holds.
Climate change and sea turtles: A growing threat to their survival
Climate change threatens the reproduction and survival of sea turtles. Discover the risks and how to help conserve them.
The birth of the leatherback turtle and the importance of its conservation
Learn how leatherback turtles are born and the threats they face on beaches. Learn about their importance and tips to help conserve them.
More than 3,400 hicotea turtles rescued in Chiapas after operation against illegal trafficking
Authorities seize 3,400 turtles in Chiapas in an operation against illegal trafficking. The future of these species is at stake.
The importance of sea turtle hatcheries: community efforts and conservation
How do hatcheries help save turtles in Mexico? Discover the keys to these programs and how you can participate in conservation.
Tulum strengthens sea turtle protection with camps and citizen participation
Camps and citizen action strengthen sea turtle protection in Tulum. Learn how the community is participating and what measures are being taken.
All about the turtle nesting season: challenges, species, and actions on beaches in Spain and the Americas
Learn how to protect sea turtles during nesting season. Threats, key beaches, and what you can do to help.
The most complete skeleton of a prehistoric turtle in Europe has been discovered in Teruel.
Discover the discovery of the most complete skeleton of a prehistoric turtle in Teruel, key to the evolution of these reptiles.
Blindness in turtles: causes, prevention and effective treatments
Discover how to prevent, diagnose and treat blindness in turtles with essential tips to ensure their eye health and well-being.
How to create the ideal habitat for your turtles at home
Discover how to create the ideal habitat for your turtles at home. Unique details about lighting, shelters, feeding and essential care.
Fascinating facts and secrets about turtles
Discover fascinating facts about turtles, their longevity, unique anatomy and the impact of climate change on their reproduction.