Protecting Marine Turtles in Thailand: Difference between revisions
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Latest revision as of 13:13, 5 August 2023
| Organization | Action Change (Formerly GVI Trust) |
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| Region | South Africa |
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| ProjectLeader | Tyrone Bennett |
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The turtle population is in a critical state worldwide, however, in areas with high tourist numbers the species is even more threatened. Our goal is to create awareness around the sensitive nesting and breeding areas of these creatures, create safe and effective breeding grounds for them as well as provide emergency care to those in need. By doing this we hope to allow for sustainable tourism that doesn't inhibit the population growth of the turtles
Challenge
The growing tourism industry has put a strain on most habitats, especially in the more beautiful areas. Thailand is no exception with their very sensitive turtle population becoming increasingly threatened. Fortunately, with tourists forced to stay home during the pandemic, we can see a huge increase in populations, however, with borders opening again, it is going to have a huge effect on these creatures as they are nesting on deserted beaches. We need to provide a safe space for them
Long-Term Impact
By providing protected areas we hope to grow the population of turtles in Thailand and get them off the endangered list. We know that this project will work as we have seen a huge increase in numbers since tourism has been put on hold for the past months. Creating awareness and educating tourists as well as the locals will also help to conserve habitats for all species, not just for the turtles, as people begin to change their actions. Sustainable tourism is the way forward
References
- https://www.actionchange.org/
- http://www.facebook.com/actioningchange
- http://www.instagram.com/actioningchange
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAgMBURWz1mySlAQqzNDFaQ?view_as=subscriber
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/actionchange
Project Gallery
Releasing Turtles in Phang Nga
Sea Turtle Centre
Biodiversity Surveys
Beach clean time!
