Sea Turtle Project Conserving A Heritage

The paradise island of Sri Lanka ventured to make its seas a heavenly habitat for turtles well over two decades ago

. Turtles are one of the oldest species alive today and are said to have been alive from the times of the dinosaurs. However, they face the threat of extinction now and many organizations have implemented programs to protect them.

Sri Lanka is a nation rich in bio diversity, wildlife and indigenous fauna. There are several turtle conservation projects in operation along the alluring coastline of the island; Kosgoda, Rekawa, Panadura, Kandakkuliya and Habaraduwa to name a few areas. The perfect combination of scenic surroundings and preservation of nature make a visit both educational and relaxing.

The mini sanctuaries have programs in place to educate the public and create awareness especially among school children on the importance of protecting this species. The hatchery in Habaraduwa uses incubators to hatch turtle eggs which are buried along the coast by the mother turtles. This mitigates the problem of turtle eggs being destroyed, which is one main reason for the near extinction of these species. Sea pollution, using turtle shells for ornaments and consumption of turtle flesh have also been identified by the authorities as causes for this problem. All these projects are manned by specialists in the field and supported by the government and enthusiasts.

You too can be a part of this meritorious and rewarding project in Sri Lanka. The Kosgoda branch allows volunteers from all parts of the world to be a part of their work. One can explore Sri Lanka, ride the ocean waves and help protect the turtle habitat. Dont forget to come armed with a camera as you will witness a plethora of picturesque back drops of the Indian Ocean, pearly white beaches and rare turtles.

A Sri Lanka holiday along the beach with a trip to a turtle sanctuary is almost certain to give you and your family a dream holiday. All your anxieties about Sri Lanka travel can be put to rest as Truly Sri Lanka will truly take care of them all.

by: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

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