January 25, 2005

Tsunami Transplants Turtle

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Another Tsunami Tsurvivor!
Helicopters scouring a devastated Indian island have sighted endangered sea turtles nesting again at new locations a month after the tsunamis wrecked their habitat.
Now, this is an endangered species. So you can contribute both to the Sea Turtle Restoration Project and to the Tsunami funds if you've a mind to.

Name: Olive Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys oliveacea)
Cool Facts: It is the smallest of the sea turtles. It often travels thousands of miles between feeding and nesting sites. It has been known to turn cannibalistic in captivity.
Conservation Status: Endangered
Major Threats: Loss of nesting sites, egg poaching, fishing and pollution.
Posted by Susan R at January 25, 2005 11:38 AM
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