A TAMAR researcher in 1983 showing children how to protect sea turtle eggs for the hatchlings to be born. At that time, all nests were transferred to incubation special areas. Today 95% of the nests are protected in the original location chosen by the turtle.

1983

TAMAR
Mata de São João, Brazil

Local people are essential for the sea turtles protection actions as they can directly influence the habitat conditions of these animals, reducing pressure on ecosystems and species.

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Title: A TAMAR researcher in 1983 showing children how to protect sea turtle eggs for the hatchlings to be born. At that time, all nests were transferred to incubation special areas. Today 95% of the nests are protected in the original location chosen by the turtle.
Date Created: 1983

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