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Thousands Of Baby Turtles Released (VIDEO)

December 18, 2012

(WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) BOLIVIA — In an attempt to boost the region’s turtle population and ultimately rescue the species, thousands of turtle hatchlings were recently released into a river in Bolivia. Because these animals are extensively hunted for their meat and eggs, South American turtle populations have drastically fallen due to excessive hunting. More than 120,000 Yellow-spotted Amazon River turtles and South American river turtles—which can reach up to a meter in length—were released into the Amazonian river as part of a project to eventually release 3.8 million baby turtles in Bolivia and Brazil. Take a look at these baby turtles take their first steps across the sand. — Global Animal

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Sea Turtle Let Off Hook, Rescued From Pirates

October 6, 2012

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) Rangers at Cocos Island in Costa Rica recently discovered an endangered green sea turtle hooked by fishermen. Fortunately, the turtle was released alive, though injured. While Cocos Island is, in fact, a national park, the rangers’ discovery suggests foul play in protected Pacific waters. Conservation officials say the incident draws attention to the threat of illegal long-line fishing. Read on to learn how endangered sea turtles are being placed in danger by the illegal shark fin trade and sign the petition to stop shark finning once and for all! — Global Animal

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Hawaii Considers Hunting Endangered Honu

August 16, 2012

(ENDANGERED TURTLES) HAWAII — The U.S. federal fishery managers and the National Marine Fisheries Service announced that they will consider taking the threatened Hawaiian green sea turtle or “honu” off the endangered species list. This surprising news is in response to a petition filed by the Hawaii Civic Association that openly advocates the hunting and eating of the honu. Experts say the turtle’s numbers are steadily increasing but they are nowhere near reaching their official government recovery goals. — Global Animal 

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International Crackdown On Illegal Animal Trade

August 9, 2012

(ANIMAL WELFARE) This week, a giant black market bust left 4,000 people arrested and over twice that number of animals rescued. There was no hiding for these criminals, as officials were determined to save the tropical birds and put an end to their illegal trade. Many of these trafficked species are endangered, so this raid left animal advocates hopeful for the restoration of exotic European birds. Read on for more about the black market trade dangers and how much this operation has helped wildlife. — Global Animal

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Turtle Protection Efforts Frustrate Shrimpers

August 2, 2012

(TURTLES) LOUISIANA — Shrimpers in the Gulf of Mexico are upset by the efforts taken to protect the endangered Kemp’s ridley turtles. The turtles often get caught in the shrimper’s nets and drown before they can be released. The federal government is asking shrimpers to install devices on their nets that are like a trap door for the turtles to escape out of. The shrimpers remain resistant to the change, claiming it will hurt their business. Read on for more on the difference of opinion between environmental conservationists and local shrimpers. — Global Animal 

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