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Our Sea Turtle Mission Continues Through Floods and Challenges

Published on: December 1, 2025
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Sea turtles are among the most ancient and extraordinary creatures in our oceans, but today they are facing more threats than ever before. Climate change, habitat destruction, pollution, irresponsible fishing practices, and illegal poaching have all pushed many species to endangered or critically endangered status. These pressures make conservation efforts essential for their survival.

Our mission focuses on rescuing and rehabilitating sea turtles in distress, working hand-in-hand with local partners to safeguard their future. Every turtle that comes into our care receives a full assessment, medical treatment, and a safe environment for recovery. Once healed, we do everything possible to return them to their natural habitat, where they can continue their role in the marine ecosystem.

Recently, we have treated several turtles suffering from human-related injuries. One had to go through an amputation due to reckless fishing and boat strikes; another arrived with deep cuts from plastic and discarded fishing nets.

We are also caring for a turtle with a broken shell, who is expected to be fully rehabilitated and released within six months.

Additionally, our new tank now provides a protected home for our blind turtle, Stevie Wonder, ensuring he receives the special care he needs.

Beyond rehabilitation, our work extends to protecting the broader environment that sea turtles depend on. We continue our mangrove reforestation efforts, which play a crucial role in stabilizing coastlines, improving water quality, and supporting marine life. These restored habitats help strengthen the entire ecosystem and provide safer nesting and feeding grounds for turtles.

Our commitment to conservation also includes ongoing rescue operations and long-term rehabilitation programs. Each year, we bring essential first-aid supplies and treatment sprays from Germany to support the care of injured turtles and improve the quality of our rescue response.

Despite the current flooding in Sri Lanka, we remain fully committed to our mission. Our team continues working in affected areas, ensuring that injured or stranded turtles still receive immediate care and that our conservation projects remain active even under challenging conditions.

As we face increasing environmental pressures and the additional strain caused by the floods, your support is more important than ever. If you are able, we kindly ask for donations to help us continue rescuing, treating, and protecting these remarkable animals.

€15 – covers disinfectant sprays

€20 – provides food for a turtle

€50 – supports a caregiver for one week

€100 – helps fund an urgent operation

€200 – contributes to building a new turtle basin

€250 – supports the safe and quiet release of rehabilitated turtles back to the ocean

Every contribution, no matter the amount, directly supports the rescue, treatment, and protection of these remarkable animals.

Thank you for helping us safe sea turtles and the fragile ecosystems they depend on. Your kindness truly makes a difference!

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