Green Turtles Recovery in Seychelles

The green turtle population is making a comeback after being deemed endangered. Even after the turtle hunt ban in 1968, recovery has been slow for the green turtles. However, after 50 years of protection, the green turtle population is showing recovery in Seychelles. Scientists have found that the annual number of turtles hatched increased from 2,000 to 3,000 in the 1960s to more than 15,000 eggs in the 2010s. More than a reason for hope, this goes to show the significance and success of marine conservation and protected areas in increasing the biomass of marine life.  

• Green Turtle Populations Have Bounced Back in the Seychelles
• Endangered green turtles are bouncing back in the Seychelles