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Mangroves and coral reefs create sheltered habitats for diverse marine species, including sea turtles, but unfortunately also trap plastics, microplastics, and ghost nets. So, in addition to cleanup - rescues are also necessary. #WetTribe #TidetotheOcean #TurtleTuesday

#SeaTurtleAppreciationPost For over 100 million years, sea turtles have played an essential role in marine ecosystems, helping to maintain seagrass beds and coral reefs. 🪸🌿 They also move vital nutrients from oceans to beaches and coastal dunes.

California is suing Exxon, claiming that the company has deceptively claimed their plastic is recyclable, in a landmark lawsuit. washingtonpost.com/climate-soluti…

A new review of scientific research on microplastic pollution has sobering conclusions about its impact. Even if we stopped producing plastic today (we are not), microplastic pollution could double by 2040 just from plastic in the environment until today. independent.co.uk/climate-change…

5 Ways You Can Help Sea Turtles From Plastic: seeturtles.org/plastic-ocean-… Photo: Neil Ever Osborne

Climate change impacts sea turtles in many ways. One of the biggest ways is that warming sand temperatures can result in a gender imbalance with more females than male hatchlings. Learn more in this video on CNN: cnn.com/2024/09/14/us/…

A new review of scientific research on microplastic pollution has sobering conclusions about its impact. Even if we stopped producing plastic today (we are not), microplastic pollution could double by 2040 just from plastic in the environment until today. independent.co.uk/climate-change…

A new review of scientific research on microplastic pollution has sobering conclusions about its impact. Even if we stopped producing plastic today (we are not), microplastic pollution could double by 2040 just from plastic in the environment until today. independent.co.uk/climate-change…

Partner Spotlight: MarAlliance is dedicated to conserving marine wildlife. Through scientific research, community collaboration, and advocacy, they aim to reverse the decline of marine megafauna. Learn more: maralliance.org

California is suing Exxon, claiming that the company has deceptively claimed their plastic is recyclable, in a landmark lawsuit. washingtonpost.com/climate-soluti…

Olive Ridleys are known for their unique mass nesting called arribadas, where thousands gather to nest at once. Despite being the most abundant sea turtle, they face threats such as habitat loss, fishing bycatch, & illegal egg harvesting. Photo: Tui De Roy seaturtleweek.com/olive-ridley-d…

Olive Ridleys are known for their unique mass nesting called arribadas, where thousands gather to nest at once. Despite being the most abundant sea turtle, they face threats such as habitat loss, fishing bycatch, & illegal egg harvesting. Photo: Tui De Roy seeturtles.org/olive-ridley-t…

Partner Spotlight: Olive Ridley Project protects sea turtles through rescue, rehabilitation, & conservation. Focused on mitigating threats like ghost nets & marine debris, the project conducts research, education, and outreach to safeguard turtles. Learn more oliveridleyproject.org

Fascinating article on how satellite tracking of sea turtles can help promote their conservation around the world. Great coverage of the work of our friends at SeaTurtleConservancy. bbc.com/future/article…

Get ready for an eco-friendly Halloween! Our blog post offers practical advice for celebrating with minimal environmental impact. It includes tips like using reusable decorations, opting for more sustainable costumes, and avoiding single-use plastics. travelersagainstplastic.org/tap-blog/zero-…

Partner Spotlight: Marinelife Alliance. MLA is dedicated to the understanding, protection, & preservation of coastal and marine resources in Bangladesh. Founded by a group of young biologists, MLA is focused on marine biodiversity conservation and research.

Partner spotlight: Campamento Palmarito turtle protection and monitoring program conducts night patrols, relocation of clutches to hatcheries, monitoring of nests & identification of nesting females. Billion Baby Turtles provided a $5,000 grant which will save 5,700 hatchlings.

Get ready for an eco-friendly Halloween! Our blog post offers practical advice for celebrating with minimal environmental impact. It includes tips like using reusable decorations, opting for more sustainable costumes, and avoiding single-use plastics. travelersagainstplastic.org/tap-blog/zero-…

Green sea turtles are large marine reptiles, weighing up to 500 lbs and measuring up to four feet long. They are unique among sea turtles as herbivores, feeding on seagrass and algae, which helps maintain healthy ecosystems. Photo: Neil Ever Osborne

On Indigenous People's Day, we recognize and celebrate the dozens of native coastal communities around the world who work to protect sea turtles. Thank you to all of the indigenous people's working to protect both wildlife and their cultures and languages.