Tag: turtle nests
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Watch: Second turtle nest at Ramla Bay begins to hatch
Another milestone in Malta’s turtle nesting season has been reached, as the second nest at Ramla l-Ħamra in Gozo has started to hatch. Conservationists confirmed that last night around 50 hatchlings from what is the fourth nest of the season successfully made their way to the sea. Volunteers from Nature Trust – FEE Malta, supported…
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Turtle hatching season continues as Ramla Bay nest welcomes 20 hatchlings
It’s been a remarkable week for Malta’s turtle nesting season, with another nest springing to life – this time at Ramla Bay in Gozo. On the first night of activity, 20 tiny loggerhead turtle hatchlings made their way to the sea under the glow of the moon, marking yet another milestone in this record-breaking year…
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Second turtle nest begins to hatch at Mellieħa Bay with 21 hatchlings reaching the sea
Following the successful emergence of 79 hatchlings from the first nest at Ġnejna Bay, Malta’s turtle nesting season continues on a hopeful note – the second nest at Mellieħa Bay has now started to hatch. On the first night of activity, 21 loggerhead turtle hatchlings made their way safely to the sea. This latest development…
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Juvenile turtle rescued from marine waste by ERA officers – Public urged to act responsibly at sea
While on duty at sea yesterday, officers from the Environment and Resources Authority’s (ERA) Compliance & Enforcement Unit rescued a juvenile turtle found entangled in a discarded jumbo bag and struggling to swim. The officers acted swiftly, notifying the Wildlife Rescue Team Malta, who immediately took over the animal’s care. Now named Gabrielle, the young…