Another batch of 66 baby Olive Ridley turtles on the coast of Sariaya, Quezon, were released on Wednesday afternoon back into their natural habitat in Tayabas Bay. | dtmallarijrINQ /PDI
Ramil Gutierrez, head of the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office based in Catanauan town, reported that 115 Olive Ridley hatchlings were freed on Jan. 13 in the coastal village of Cutcutan.
Another 268 olive ridley sea turtles had also been released on the seashore of Barangay Bignay 2 in Sariaya town on Jan. 10, according to RosaleOn Jan. 2, 55 other baby turtles were also freed in Bignay 2 and 117 more in Guisguis Talon. Jay Lim, information officer of Tanggol Kalikasan, said the presence of more sea turtles, or “pawikan,” in Tayabas Bay entails continuous vigilance from all stakeholders for the protection of the endangered species.He added: “The presence of marine reptile species in a fishing area indicates a balanced marine ecosystem and an abundant supply of fish.” INQ
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