Authorities ramp up efforts to protect sea turtles as deaths on India’s shores continue to mount
2 months ago

Authorities ramp up efforts to protect sea turtles as deaths on India’s shores continue to mount

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — Dead sea turtles keep washing ashore on India’s east coast and environmentalists and authorities are trying frantically to stop the number of 600 dead from getting even higher. People look at the carcass of an endangered Olive Ridley turtle washed ashore at Marina beach in Chennai, India, Wednesday, Jan.22, 2025. A boy pulls a carcass of an endangered Olive Ridley turtle washed ashore at Marina beach in Chennai, India, Wednesday, Jan.22, 2025. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Turtles protected on paper but not in practice A local government order was passed in 2016 to stop trawl boats from casting giant nets that sweep up everything on the ocean floor from getting within five nautical miles of the coastline during turtle nesting season. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Protecting vulnerable species — and fishers Olive ridley turtles are considered a vulnerable species as they lose their habitats, are subject to marine pollution and can get trapped in fishing nets.

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Olive Ridleys successfully nest on the Thiruvananthapuram shoreline after a hiatus of 10 years
1 day, 11 hours ago

Olive Ridleys successfully nest on the Thiruvananthapuram shoreline after a hiatus of 10 years

The Hindu  

After a 10-year hiatus, the vulnerable Olive Ridley turtles successfully nested on Thiruvananthapuram’s expansive and densely populated shoreline. On Tuesday night at Shangumugham Beach, a group of dedicated marine conservationists gathered to “babysit” turtle hatchlings as they sprang to life from egg after precious egg, having incubated beneath the sand for the past 45 days under the watchful eye of …

Turtles Dying On The Tamil Nadu Coast: What Is The Law On Point?
5 days, 11 hours ago

Turtles Dying On The Tamil Nadu Coast: What Is The Law On Point?

Live Law  

The coast of Chennai in Tamil Nadu is a well-known nesting site for Olive Ridley Sea Turtles. In this piece, we explore the law on the protection of Olive Ridley Sea Turtles in Tamil Nadu, follow the NGT case, and propose possible actions that could be taken based on best practices within India, and internationally. An Amendment in 2020 to …

After record deaths, TN secured 2.6 lakh turtle eggs, highest in last six years
2 weeks, 1 day ago

After record deaths, TN secured 2.6 lakh turtle eggs, highest in last six years

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The state forest department has secured a record 2.6 lakh Olive Ridley turtle eggs, the highest in the last six years, during this ongoing nesting season. Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Chennai and Villupuram are witnessing brisk nesting with the department working hard to provide maximum protection to the eggs. Speaking to TNIE, Chennai Wildlife Warden Manish Meena said, “Due to high …

Odisha: 10 tagged Olive Ridley turtles return to Gahirmatha after four years
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Odisha: 10 tagged Olive Ridley turtles return to Gahirmatha after four years

New Indian Express  

KENDRAPARA: At least 10 female Olive Ridley turtles, which were tagged by the Zoological Survey of India during the arribada in March 2021, have returned to lay eggs at the same beach in Nasi-1 and Nasi-2 islands within Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary. Range officer of Gahirmatha Manas Das said this year, forest staff spotted 10 female turtles with metallic tags on …

Watch: Olive Ridley turtles are dying - What’s killing them?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch: Olive Ridley turtles are dying - What’s killing them?

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s coastline welcomes thousands of Olive Ridley sea turtles returning to nest each year. But in 2025, a devastating crisis unfolded—over 1,400 turtles were found dead, a massive spike compared to previous years. This alarming trend has raised urgent concerns among marine conservationists, fishermen, and environmentalists about the future of both sea turtles and the ocean’s delicate ecosystem. Reporting: …

The spectacular riddle of Olive Ridleys in Odisha
3 weeks, 5 days ago

The spectacular riddle of Olive Ridleys in Odisha

New Indian Express  

As the morning light broke on February 16, the contingent of forest field staff, volunteers from local communities, conservationists as well as researchers were delighted to see a stream of Olive Ridley turtles dawdling onto the inclines of Rushikulya beach of Ganjam district in Odisha. Over the next two days, however, the happiness turned into amazement as the approximately 10-km-long …

Olive Ridley deaths in Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai worry activists; officials say turtle deaths are within normal range
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Olive Ridley deaths in Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai worry activists; officials say turtle deaths are within normal range

The Hindu  

The recent deaths of Olive Ridley turtles along the Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai seashore have raised concerns among environmental activists. Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai District Forest Officer Abhishek Tomar said: “From late December till date, we have recorded 138 Olive Ridley deaths across the two districts, which falls within the expected seasonal range. Mr. Tomar pointed out that Olive Ridley deaths primarily …

Olive Ridley turtle population growing ‘steadily’: report
1 month ago

Olive Ridley turtle population growing ‘steadily’: report

The Hindu  

A 16-year-long assessment of trends in turtle populations in India says the numbers of the Olive Ridley species suggest a “steady or growing” population. However, rising sand temperatures due to climate change are causing a large proportion of these turtles to be females “raising questions” on the long-term viability of the population. Along with the Olive Ridley, the most populous …

The timeless homecoming of the Olive Ridleys; well done Odisha
1 month ago

The timeless homecoming of the Olive Ridleys; well done Odisha

India Today  

The Olive Ridley turtles have returned. And today, as India steps into a new century, forging ahead in science and technology, these turtles return - reminding us that some journeys, no matter how far, always lead home. Then came the modern age - beachfront development erasing their nesting sites, artificial lights confusing their hatchlings, plastic choking their waters, and fishing …

Olive Ridley turtles arrive at Odisha beach for mass nesting. Stunning video
1 month ago

Olive Ridley turtles arrive at Odisha beach for mass nesting. Stunning video

India Today  

Indian Forest Services officer Parveen Kaswan shared a video of hundreds of thousands of Olive Ridley turtles nesting along the Indian coast as he called it "nature's extravaganza" on Saturday. In a post on X, Kaswan wrote, "Where lakhs of Olive Ridley turtles are visiting for mass nesting on Indian coasts. Here lakhs of Olive Ridley turtles visiting Odisha coast …

Record 6.41 lakh Olive Ridleys lay eggs at Odisha's Rushikulya rookery this year
1 month ago

Record 6.41 lakh Olive Ridleys lay eggs at Odisha's Rushikulya rookery this year

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: A staggering 6.41 lakh Olive Ridley turtles have laid eggs at Rushikulya rookery so far in the current nesting season setting a record for the mass breeding site along Ganjam coast. The previous highest nesting of 6.37 lakh Olive Ridleys had been recorded in 2022-23 season while there was no mass nesting at the site in 2023-24. As per …

Rushikulya mass nesting site in Odisha sees record arrival of 6.5 lakh Olive Ridleys
1 month ago

Rushikulya mass nesting site in Odisha sees record arrival of 6.5 lakh Olive Ridleys

The Hindu  

Wildlife enthusiasts are thrilled as a record 6.5 lakh endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles have arrived at the Rushikulya beach in Odisha’s Ganjam district for mass nesting after a gap of two years. “Following the usual pattern, the mass congregation of Olive Ridleys at the Gahirmatha mass nesting site along Odisha’s Kendrapara coast typically occurs about a week after nesting …

More than 5 lakh Olive Ridley turtles set new record at Rushikulya beach
1 month, 1 week ago

More than 5 lakh Olive Ridley turtles set new record at Rushikulya beach

India Today  

In a remarkable natural event, over 700,000 Olive Ridley turtles have descended upon Rushikulya beach in Odisha, India, marking a record-breaking mass nesting season. Upon reaching the beach, female Olive Ridley turtles dig holes in the sand, where they lay more than 100 eggs each. The Olive Ridley sea turtle, named for its distinctive olive-green shell, is among the smallest …

Protection measures intensified as Odisha records 261 Olive Ridley deaths in ongoing arribada season
1 month, 1 week ago

Protection measures intensified as Odisha records 261 Olive Ridley deaths in ongoing arribada season

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: With 261 Olive Ridley deaths already reported even as the nesting season has just commenced, the wildlife wing of the Forest Department has intensified protection measures for the endangered species along the coasts and fortification of the arribada sites. The department has set up 62 onshore and five offshore camps and strengthened joint patrolling in six wildlife and territorial …

Tamil Nadu plans telemetry study to track turtle movement to reduce deaths
1 month, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu plans telemetry study to track turtle movement to reduce deaths

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With more than 1,300 carcasses of Olive Ridleys washing ashore, including 1,111 along Chennai’s coast this nesting season, Tamil Nadu is stepping up efforts to protect Olive Ridleys by launching telemetry studies to track their movements and identify key congregation sites during nesting season. The Wildlife Institute of India will conduct the studies to map turtle migration patterns and …

Andhra Pradesh: Efforts on to check rising deaths of Olive Ridley turtles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Pradesh: Efforts on to check rising deaths of Olive Ridley turtles

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam:Andhra Pradesh government, along with Coast Guard, marine and forest departments, is taking proactive measures to prevent the deaths of Olive Ridley sea turtles. Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan directed the forest and environment department to investigate the underlying causes for the deaths of Olive Ridley turtles and develop a comprehensive action plan for their protection. In the interim, …

WATCH | 95 Olive Ridley hatchlings released into the sea in Honnavar in Uttara Kannada
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WATCH | 95 Olive Ridley hatchlings released into the sea in Honnavar in Uttara Kannada

The Hindu  

As many as 95 hatchlings of the endangered Olive Ridley turtle were released to Arabian Sea at Tonka beach of Honnavar in Uttara Kannada district on Tuesday. In addition to Mr. Tandel, other fishermen Bhasker Tandel, Ganapati Tandel, Sahosh Tandel, Achha Sab, Fakir Sab and staff members from the Forest Department and members of the Marine Conservation and Honnavar Foundation …

30 trawlers impounded over Olive Ridley deaths, Tamil Nadu government tells NGT
1 month, 2 weeks ago

30 trawlers impounded over Olive Ridley deaths, Tamil Nadu government tells NGT

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The state has impounded 30 trawler boats and filed chargesheets against 172 more for violating the Tamil Nadu Marine Fishing Regulation Act, according to an affidavit submitted by the state fisheries department before the southern bench of the National Green Tribunal. The state has intensified its crackdown against trawler boats caught operating in the prohibited zone of five nautical …

Along Tamil Nadu coast, a surge of dead sea turtles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Along Tamil Nadu coast, a surge of dead sea turtles

The Hindu  

On a sunny day in January, A. Prakash, 40, sits on a boat in Kovalam, off the East Coast Road in Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu. Placing the basket deftly on her head, Rani, 65, says, “My son just buried six and came home tired and hungry.” In the Chennai and Chengalpattu districts, located along the 1,076 kilometre-long coastline of …

Eleven new Olive Ridley sea turtle nests found between Marina beach and Kovalam
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Eleven new Olive Ridley sea turtle nests found between Marina beach and Kovalam

The Hindu  

In a positive turn of events following a series of Olive Ridley sea turtle carcasses washing ashore on the coasts of Chennai and Chengalpattu, several new nests have been found in the past two days. Manish Meena, Wildlife Warden of Chennai, who was present at the time along with Forest Department staff and volunteers from the Students Sea Turtle Conservation …

16 Olive Ridleys freed from trawl net near Ennore
1 month, 3 weeks ago

16 Olive Ridleys freed from trawl net near Ennore

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: For the first time since the crisis of mass Olive Ridley turtle deaths broke out, a joint night patrol team on Saturday rescued and released 16 of the endangered turtles entangled in a trawl net off the Chennai coast. Chennai Wildlife Warden Manish Meena told TNIE the patrol team intercepted a trawl boat operating within the prohibited zone of …

NGT issues notice to Andhra govt. on Olive Ridley turtle deaths, orders T.N. to submit trawler information
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NGT issues notice to Andhra govt. on Olive Ridley turtle deaths, orders T.N. to submit trawler information

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department has informed the Southern Bench of the National Green Tribunal that enforcing the use of Turtle Excluder Devices in fishing nets was not currently feasible owing to their their unavailability, and the need to have in place a standardised design. This was informed through a report, submitted in a suo motu case taken up by …

Olive ridley turtles face grave threat in Andhra Pradesh as 2,641 carcasses washed ashore in January
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Olive ridley turtles face grave threat in Andhra Pradesh as 2,641 carcasses washed ashore in January

New Indian Express  

VISAKHAPATNAM: As many as 2,641 olive ridley turtles were reportedly found dead along the Andhra Pradesh coast between January 1 and 30, raising serious concern about conservation efforts for the vulnerable species. The State’s coastline is a vital breeding and nesting ground for olive ridley turtles, listed as vulnerable by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. These turtles …

Why are Olive Ridley turtles dying? A crisis of conservation & overfishing
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why are Olive Ridley turtles dying? A crisis of conservation & overfishing

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Olive Ridley turtle, a species revered for its unique mass nesting phenomenon known as arribada, is facing a grave threat along India’s east coast. Despite being protected under Schedule 1 of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 — a status that places it on par with the tiger — the species is increasingly falling victim to human activities, particularly …

Olive Ridley turtle deaths: Centre seeks report from TN; NGT impleads AP in case
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Olive Ridley turtle deaths: Centre seeks report from TN; NGT impleads AP in case

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: As the death toll of Olive Ridley turtles continues to rise during the ongoing nesting season this year, the Union government has sought a report from Tamil Nadu, whose coastal waters serve as an important migratory corridor for these ancient species. Meanwhile, the southern bench of National Green Tribunal, which had taken suo motu cognisance of the matter, impleaded …

3k turtles may have died in Andhra; 130 more washed up in Chennai
1 month, 4 weeks ago

3k turtles may have died in Andhra; 130 more washed up in Chennai

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The mystery behind mass mortality of Olive Ridley turtles is getting murkier with neighbouring Andhra Pradesh reporting 3,000 deaths, while the toll in Chennai continues to skyrocket despite stringent measures. Speaking to TNIE, AP chief wildlife warden Ajaya Kumar Naik said, “Yes, turtles are dying here, but I don’t have the exact death count. We are working closely with …

Chennai Corporation might relocate beach dogs during Olive Ridley sea turtle nesting season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chennai Corporation might relocate beach dogs during Olive Ridley sea turtle nesting season

The Hindu  

Responding to the Forest Department’s directions to civic agencies in the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu to protect the endangered species of Olive Ridley turtles, Chennai Corporation is set to launch an intervention to control stray dogs in beaches to protect nesting Olive Ridley turtles. The nesting of Olive Ridley turtles has been disrupted in city beaches by the stray …

Over 1,000 dead Olive Ridley turtles washed ashore in Chennai, state govt takes measures | Video
2 months ago

Over 1,000 dead Olive Ridley turtles washed ashore in Chennai, state govt takes measures | Video

India TV News  

Over the past few days, thousands of Olive Ridley turtles, a protected species, have been getting washed ashore dead along Chennai’s coastline, causing concerns among the environmentalists and the Tamil Nadu government. The Olive Ridley turtle nesting in the coastal areas will be monitored and protected, the government said, and warned fishermen of stringent action if they were found using …

Olive Ridley turtles deaths cross 1,000 in Chennai, 24 trawlers caught fishing in banned zone
2 months ago

Olive Ridley turtles deaths cross 1,000 in Chennai, 24 trawlers caught fishing in banned zone

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With the number of Olive Ridley turtle deaths rising steadily, the Tamil Nadu government has initiated a massive crackdown on illegal trawling in nearshore waters. Confirming this to TNIE, Chennai Wildlife Warden Manish Meena said the fisheries and forest department officials have commenced joint patrolling from Kasimedu to Thiruvanmiyur. In the last two days, 24 trawlers were spotted bottom …

Turtle death toll crosses 900, Tamil Nadu to cut fuel subsidy to boats, cancel licence
2 months ago

Turtle death toll crosses 900, Tamil Nadu to cut fuel subsidy to boats, cancel licence

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: As many as 50 Olive Ridley turtle carcasses washed up ashore on Friday, many of which were mothers, their bodies still carrying hundreds of unlaid eggs, as in-situ necropsy revealed. P Nivedhan, Chengalpattu fisheries inspector, told TNIE, “We have been directed to carry out daily patrolling within 5 nautical miles, where trawling is banned during the turtle nesting season. …

Authorities ramp up efforts to protect sea turtles as deaths on India’s shores continue to mount
2 months ago

Authorities ramp up efforts to protect sea turtles as deaths on India’s shores continue to mount

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Dead sea turtles keep washing ashore on India’s east coast and environmentalists and authorities are trying frantically to stop the number of 600 dead from getting even higher. It’s the biggest number of sea turtle deaths since 2014, when over 900 olive ridley turtles were found dead on India’s southern shores. “Measures to increase fish resources like setting up …

Trawlers spotted amid Olive Ridley deaths in Chennai, NGT warns of complete ban
2 months ago

Trawlers spotted amid Olive Ridley deaths in Chennai, NGT warns of complete ban

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: In the midst of an alarmingly high number of Olive Ridley turtles beaching in and around Chennai this nesting season, four trawl boats were spotted 2-3km off the shore at Thiruvanmiyur beach at 3.30 pm on Wednesday. The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal, which has taken suo motu cognisance of the issue based on a TNIE report, …

Chief Secretary N Muruganandam holds meet on turtle deaths
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2 months ago

Chief Secretary N Muruganandam holds meet on turtle deaths

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With Olive Ridley deaths hitting record numbers this year, Chief Secretary N Muruganandam chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday with top officials of various departments, including forest, fisheries, Indian Coast Guard, marine enforcement police and the coastal security group, to discuss steps to be taken to protect the critically-endangered species. So far, close to 600 turtles have washed ashore …

Hundreds of dead sea turtles wash ashore on India’s coast
2 months, 1 week ago

Hundreds of dead sea turtles wash ashore on India’s coast

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Olive Ridley turtles travel thousands of miles for ideal …

Volunteers miss Olive Ridley 'turtle dance' as night walks turn dry with poor nesting
2 months, 1 week ago

Volunteers miss Olive Ridley 'turtle dance' as night walks turn dry with poor nesting

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Olive Ridley turtles' nesting continues to be poor in Chennai as volunteers, who go on night walks return empty-handed. TNIE had joined the Students Sea Turtle Conservation Network volunteers Shantanu Krishnan, a wildlife photographer, and Aakash Prabhakaran, an IT professional, for the night walk from Neelankarai to broken bridge near Adyar estuary on Saturday midnight. Only one new …

NGT takes cognisance of sea turtle deaths in Chennai
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2 months, 1 week ago

NGT takes cognisance of sea turtle deaths in Chennai

The Hindu  

The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal has taken suo motu cognisance of the recent deaths of Olive Ridley sea turtles along the East Coast Road in Chennai. The bench has issued notices to the Fisheries Department, the Forest Department, and the Tamil Nadu State Coastal Zone Management Authority regarding the issue. Post-mortem examinations by the Forest Department and …

Tamil Nadu junks Turtle Excluder Devices, kills Olive Ridleys en masse
2 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu junks Turtle Excluder Devices, kills Olive Ridleys en masse

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Every morning for the past 20 days, Tamil Nadu forest department and turtle conservation volunteers have been burying tens of carcasses of endangered Olive Ridley turtles on Chennai’s shores. While some artisanal fishermen say they never saw such mortality in their lifetime, few others argue the issue got the attention it deserved because the ‘unusual’ rough seas in January …

Hundreds of dead sea turtles wash ashore on India's coast
2 months, 1 week ago

Hundreds of dead sea turtles wash ashore on India's coast

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Olive Ridley turtles travel thousands of miles for ideal …

Hundreds of dead sea turtles are washing ashore on India’s coast
2 months, 1 week ago

Hundreds of dead sea turtles are washing ashore on India’s coast

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — Over 400 endangered sea turtles have washed ashore on India’s east coast near the city of Chennai in the last two weeks in an event not witnessed in over two decades. In a typical year, the city’s coastline can expect between 100 to 200 adult turtle deaths, said Shravan Krishnan, a volunteer with Chennai-based Students Sea Turtles …

NGT issues notice over Olive Ridley turtle deaths in Chennai
2 months, 1 week ago

NGT issues notice over Olive Ridley turtle deaths in Chennai

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Southern Bench of the National Green Tribunal has taken suo motu cognisance of the unusual deaths of Olive Ridley turtles along Chennai's beaches. The death toll has now surpassed 500, with 30 additional carcasses washed ashore between Marina Beach and Kovalam. A TNIE reporter visited Injambakkam early on Friday, where they observed 11 dead turtles, some of which …

High-level review meeting to be held amid surge in death of Olive Ridley turtles in Chennai
2 months, 1 week ago

High-level review meeting to be held amid surge in death of Olive Ridley turtles in Chennai

The Hindu  

A high-level review meeting, likely to be chaired by Chief Secretary N. Muruganandam, has been scheduled for January 20 in response to the recent deaths of sea turtles in Chennai. Over the past week, scores of Olive Ridley sea turtle carcasses have washed ashore, with approximately 80 found along the ECR coast. On Thursday, a Forest Department veterinarian conducted a …

Experts are alarmed as 350 turtles wash ashore dead in Chennai till January 15
2 months, 1 week ago

Experts are alarmed as 350 turtles wash ashore dead in Chennai till January 15

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With bulging eyes and swollen necks, carcasses of endangered Olive Ridley turtle have been floating in the open sea, off Chennai. More than 350 dead turtles have beached up ashore between the Marina and Kovalam in just 15 days, marking a record number of deaths in the last two decades, said sources. The Students Sea Turtle Conservation Network, which …

Concerns arise over two dozen Olive Ridley sea turtle carcasses washing ashore along ECR
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Concerns arise over two dozen Olive Ridley sea turtle carcasses washing ashore along ECR

The Hindu  

At least 28 Olive Ridley sea turtle carcasses were discovered along the East Coast Road on January 12, following the death of nine turtles at Injambakkam the day before. However, it remains unclear whether these structures may have affected the sea turtles. Shravan Krishnan of the Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary, who has been involved in sea turtle conservation for years, …

Nine Olive Ridley carcasses wash ashore, probe sought in Chennai
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Nine Olive Ridley carcasses wash ashore, probe sought in Chennai

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Nine Olive Ridley turtles washed ashore on a single evening on Saturday at Injambakkam. Rajiv Rai, a 70-year-old local resident who was at the beach with his grandchildren, told TNIE: “All carcasses were fresh and found within a distance of 400 metres.” Rai said it was mysterious since carcasses bore no injury marks or deep cuts near the neck …

Olive Ridley turtles wash ashore along Injambakkam coast
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Olive Ridley turtles wash ashore along Injambakkam coast

The Hindu  

Nearly nine Olive Ridley sea turtles were found dead on the shores of Injambakkam, Chennai, on Saturday. Sources revealed that over 100 turtles had been washed ashore the Chennai coastline since December, a number typically recorded in the entire nesting season from December to April. The Olive Ridley turtles — listed as vulnerable under the International Union for Conservation of …

Forest officials ask fishermen to use Turtle Excluder Devices, seek cooperation of Fisheries Dept. to prevent Olive Ridley deaths
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Forest officials ask fishermen to use Turtle Excluder Devices, seek cooperation of Fisheries Dept. to prevent Olive Ridley deaths

The Hindu  

Officials of the Forest Department in Vijayawada have appealed to the fishermen across the State to use Turtle Excluder Devices to save Olive Ridley turtles, which are endangered species and are protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The Forest Department officials wrote a letter to the Fisheries Department to take measures to fix TEDs for all …

Dead olive ridley turtles raise stink at Andhra's Kakinada
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dead olive ridley turtles raise stink at Andhra's Kakinada

New Indian Express  

KAKINADA: The Kakinada seashore is stinking with the decomposed olive ridley turtles with morning walkers and fishermen put to inconvenience. District Forest Officer D Ravindranath Reddy told TNIE that the olive ridley turtles usually come from December to January for breeding. Having learnt about the death of olive ridley turtles, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan had recently directed the forest …

Ghost Nets Threaten Olive Ridley Turtle Arrivals Along Vizag Coast
3 months, 1 week ago

Ghost Nets Threaten Olive Ridley Turtle Arrivals Along Vizag Coast

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: A dead Olive Ridley sea turtle on Mukkam beach in Bhogapuram mandal has highlighted the growing concern among local fishermen and environmentalists about the safety of these turtles. Fisherman Pangi Amar says tens of Olive Ridley turtles have died till now this month. We have learnt that Olive Ridley sea turtles are dying due to hits by mechanised boats …

Carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles continue to wash ashore in Visakhapatnam
3 months, 1 week ago

Carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles continue to wash ashore in Visakhapatnam

The Hindu  

Carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles, which are currently in their breeding season, continue to wash ashore along the Visakhapatnam coast. National Fisherfolk Forum general secretary A. Dasu said, “We saw dead turtles on the city beaches, especially at Mangamaripeta, where at least 10 carcasses were washed ashore on Saturday night. During this season, the turtles come close to the shore, …

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