Help the Green Turtle!
Hello, this
is IGL and this post is about helping the Green Turtle! Chelonia Mydas is a marine reptile turtle that lives in the coral
reefs around the world and the Galapagos Islands . From 150-400
pounds, they measure to about 3 feet long. One of the largest marine turtles, they
are herbivorous and are named not for the color of their shell, but because of
their green cartilage and fat. They are found in tropical or subtropical waters
of the sea, and are one of the most admired turtles in the world.
But
soon, they will no longer be on this Earth. They are endangered and their
population is decreasing. Bycatch is one major cause of their risk. Bycatch is
when an unwanted animal is caught in fishnets and hooks solely for the
capturing of seafood. Green Turtles migrate across the ocean to nest their
eggs. They are frequently caught in fishnets and gillnets for these occasions. Because
of human activity, the beaches needed for their nests are being taken or
damaged. Sea grass beds, the Green Turtle’s main food source, are in danger of
sedimentation and pollution. Green Turtles and their eggs are being harvested for
various reasons. All these contributing factors are making the Green Turtles
disappear.
But
there are many way for you to help. You could:
- Start a petition and get people to sign it
- Tell someone
- Boycott Green Turtle eggs or other products
- Clean up beaches and avoid damaging their nests
- Abstain from seafood for a while (optional)
Help the Green Turtles!
Idea+Gift=Love IGL
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