Saving the Leatherback Turtle: Giants of the Ocean
The Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) is the largest sea turtle species, growing up to 7 feet long and weighing over 2,000 pounds. Unlike other sea turtles, Leatherbacks have a soft, leathery shell and can dive deeper than any other reptile—up to 4,000 feet!
Why Are Leatherback Turtles Endangered?
the priority of saving these critically endangered species starts with protecting the mother turtles and her eggs from poachers. Other Contributors that threaten each species incudes
These ancient mariners have roamed the oceans for over 100 million years, but today, they face critical threats, including:
Poaching & Egg Harvesting – Their eggs are illegally collected from nesting sites.
Fishing Bycatch – Thousands of Leatherbacks die after getting entangled in fishing gear.
Plastic Pollution – Leatherbacks feed primarily on jellyfish but often mistake plastic bags for food, leading to starvation.
Coastal Development – Light pollution and human activity disturb nesting beaches.
Climate Change – Rising temperatures alter hatchling sex ratios, threatening population stability.
How Can We Save Them?
Our team is working tirelessly to protect Leatherback Turtles by:
✅ Patrolling nesting beaches to prevent poaching and safeguard hatchlings.
✅ Conducting research to track populations and migration patterns.
✅ Educating local communities about conservation and sustainable tourism.
✅ Operating eco-friendly turtle tours to fund our efforts.
✅ Patrolling nesting beaches to prevent poaching and safeguard hatchlings.
✅ Conducting research to track populations and migration patterns.
✅ Educating local communities about conservation and sustainable tourism.
✅ Operating eco-friendly turtle tours to fund our efforts.
By donating, you are directly contributing to night patrols, research, and conservation programs that protect Leatherback Turtles from extinction.
Together, we can keep these ocean giants safe for future generations.
