[Coral-List] Turtle hatchlings

[Julian]

Dear list

 

I have been asked to provide advice to a government department on the
advisability of allowing tourists to watch/participate in the release of
turtle hatchlings from nurseries. 

 

Is there any research on this topic? Impact on turtle behaviour or life
expectancy? Any "best practice" available, or is it a simple "do not allow"?
Grateful for any papers/research/case studies or other advice.

 

Many thanks, and regards,

 

Julian Hyde

General Manager

Reef Check Malaysia

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