From the northern coast of Australia to the south coast of England, sea turtles are found across the globe. They play a key role in marine ecosystems, helping maintain the health of seagrass beds and coral reefs. But of the seven types of sea turtle, three are now classified as endangered and two as critically endangered, largely as a […]
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Humpback whale calf entangled in shark nets dies off NSW coast – video
A juvenile humpback whale has been found dead after becoming entangled in a shark net off the New South Wales coast. The 8-metre whale, estimated to be two years old, was found wrapped in netting north of Wollongong on Tuesday, in waters between Coledale and Wombarra. It is the 15th whale entangled in shark nets […]
Microplastics in sea turtle nests could cause a dangerous gender imbalance
Scientists are finding microplastics everywhere they look for them. A new study finds these tiny plastic particles in sea turtle nests on a remote Malaysian island. Researchers warn that microplastics could alter nest temperatures, potentially skewing the sex ratio of incubating turtles that could further endanger species already facing significant challenges. Up to 1,700 green […]