Why save sea turtles?
“Sea turtles are model “flagship species” for both local and international conservation; by focusing on these charismatic animals and their habitats, vast areas of the planet have to be taken into consideration, and managed adequately. In a word: sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas, which in turn means protecting a complex, interconnected world on which human societies depend.” SCDNR and Sea Turtles The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) began monitoring sea turtle nesting activities and strandings in the late 1970s, and their Marine Turtle Conservation program is responsible for managing and protecting sea turtles throughout the state. Information gained from this program contributes to ongoing sea turtle nest management and protection projects on all of the state’s beaches.There are approximately 300 kilometers of ocean-facing sandy beaches in South Carolina that provide suitable nes
“Sea turtles are model “flagship species” for both local and international conservation; by focusing on these charismatic animals and their habitats, vast areas of the planet have to be taken into consideration, and managed adequately. In a word: sea turtles are “ambassadors of the oceans”, for conserving these animals means protecting the seas and coastal areas, which in turn means protecting a complex, interconnected world on which human societies depend.” SCDNR and Sea Turtles The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) began monitoring sea turtle nesting activities and strandings in the late 1970s, and their Marine Turtle Conservation program is responsible for managing and protecting sea turtles throughout the state. Information gained from this program contributes to ongoing sea turtle nest management and protection projects on all of the state’s beaches.There are approximately 300 kilometers of ocean-facing sandy beaches in South Carolina that provide suitable nes
