fbpx
Connect with us

News

Thai Beaches Experience Highest Number Of Leatherback Nests In 20 Years As They Become Deserted

Published

Ft Image 845X455 7
Source: Berita Awani

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

Nationwide lockdowns are bringing many positive outcomes to the animal kingdom as humans are now mostly indoors and plenty of tourist spots are deserted.

Thailand is known for its famous beaches and tourist sights. Beaches there attract thousands and thousands of tourist every year. However, the Covid-19 pandemic has put a pause on possible vacations to Thailand.

As a result of that, Thailand has found the largest number of leatherback sea turtle nests in two decades on their beaches because the Covid-19 pandemic left them empty from humans.

81587355957 Freesize

According to The Star, Thailand with 2,765 infections and 47 deaths, has imposed travel curbs ranging from a ban on international flights to an appeal for citizens to stay home. All of this has caused a collapse in tourist numbers, but freed up the beaches for wildlife.

The 11 turtle nests authorities have found since last November were the highest number in 20 years, said Kongkiat Kittiwatanawong, the director of the Phuket Marine Biological Center.

“This is a very good sign for us because many areas for spawning have been destroyed by humans,” said Kongkiat. He also further stated that no such nests had been found for the previous five years.

Leatherbacks are the world’s largest sea turtles and they are considered endangered because their population has been dwindling as the years go by.

Leatherback Sea Turtle Tinglar Usvi 5839996547

Berita Awani reported that these turtles are also listed as a vulnerable species globally by the International Union for Conservation of Nature due to its endangered circumstances.

These majestic creatures lay their eggs in dark and quiet areas. Sadly, when tourist throng the beaches, it is reported that they sometimes steal eggs and dig into the turtle’s nest.

“If we compare to the year before, we didn’t have this many spawn, because turtles have a high risk of getting killed by fishing gear and humans disturbing the beach,” Kongkiat explained.

Httpswww.emaze .Com@Aitiwozcbycatch Upsized

It’s heartbreaking to hear that the cruel acts of some human beings have disrupted the Leatherbacks’ ecosystem. The lockdown shows that animals are far healthier without much human intervention. Hopefully, we will learn too appreciate them before it’s too late.

What do you think of this article? Share your thoughts down below.

 

Also read: Watch: Adorable Orangutans Mesmerised By Bubbles So They Don’t Feel Bored

My Post 2020 04 15T172201.220

 

 

Source: Berita Awani
Source: Wikipedia

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Feat Image Jellyfish Sabah Feat Image Jellyfish Sabah
News9 hours ago

Water Turns Red at Sabah Beach as Tens of Thousands of Jellyfish Wash Ashore in Strange Phenomenon

A strange phenomenon in Sabah has piqued the interest of Malaysians recently after photos and videos of the occurrence went...

Collage 5 9 Collage 5 9
News11 hours ago

“Stand down, you’ve made your point” – KJ Reminds Politician Who’s Criticising KK Mart Over Allah Socks Issue

“Stand down, Akmal. You’ve made your point, you’ve done well, but it’s time to stand your guys down.” In his...

My Post 1 2024 03 27T182644.900 My Post 1 2024 03 27T182644.900
News1 day ago

Anwar Ibrahim Urges Public to Stop Being Judge, Jury & Executioner Over ‘Allah’ Socks Issue

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has asked all parties not to prolong the issue of the socks with the...

My Post 1 2024 03 27T170635.860 My Post 1 2024 03 27T170635.860
News1 day ago

KKM Takes Action Against Ramadan Bazaar Vendor After Rag Was Found Inside Murtabak

With Ramadan bazaar vendors doing everything they can to put themselves ahead of the stiff competition they’re facing against other...

Feat Image Padu T20 Feat Image Padu T20
News1 day ago

Economy Ministry: T20 M’sians May Still Get Targeted Subsidies, But Only If They Register for PADU

With registration for the Central Database Hub (PADU) due in just 4 days, the Economy Ministry is now ramping up...

Collage 80 Collage 80
News1 day ago

2 JB Men Get Caught by Religious Dept for Skipping Fast & Eating Publicly, Say They’re Tired from Work

With about 2 weeks left for Ramadhan, many Muslim friends who are currently fasting must be excited for Raya which...

Feat Image Underwater Cleanup Feat Image Underwater Cleanup
News2 days ago

M’sians Band Together to Clean Up a Whopping 12.1 Tonnes of Trash from Sabah Ocean Floor

A whopping 12.1 tonnes of waste were collected from the ocean floor at 3 locations in Sabah recently thanks to...

Collage 2 8 Collage 2 8
News2 days ago

“Raya is in 2 weeks!”- PMX Wants Lower Rentals for Ramadhan Bazaar Vendors, M’sians Say it’s Too Late

The Ramadhan Bazaars in Malaysia are known for the myriads of food but unfortunately, the food markets often go viral...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY