Bermuda creates plan to manage sea turtle population
Bermuda’s Department of Conservation Services has announced the completion of a management plan to deal with the conservation of the island’s resident green and hawksbill turtle populations.
The main aim of the plan is to “protect the species and their habitats and to contribute to national, regional, and global conservation efforts for marine turtles through knowledge-sharing and participation in international agreements,” according to a government statement.
Sea turtles face threats from a number of human activities, from collision with boats and jet skis, to incidental catch from fishing activities and the loss of seagrass habitat.
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