Incidental by-catch of marine turtles in the Mediterranean Sea When a marine turtle is incidentally by-caught by a longliner, fishermen try to cut the line — without hauling it on board — and release the turtle into the sea. However, research published determines that about 40% of post-released turtles die some months later due to the impact of longline fishing.
Nov. 27, 2013 - Science Daily
The Sunglass Fix Sponsors Fundraising Event for The Turtle Conservation Project The Turtle Conservation Project is aimed at eliminating plastic bag use in Eastern Australia in an effort to protect marine turtles. The Sunglass Fix donated AU$600 towards the purchase of Turtle Art, which will grace their office walls. (PRWeb November 26, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/sunglass-replacement/lenses/prweb11356442.htm
Nov. 26, 2013 - PRWeb