CLEAN : NGO releases newly-hatched sea turtles on Cyprus's west coast at sunset

The video discusses conservation efforts on the beaches of Cyprus, focusing on the challenges of predation and bycatch affecting turtle populations. It highlights the importance of protective measures like cages for nests and collaboration with fisheries to mitigate threats. The video also details the monitoring of turtle nests, emphasizing the low survival rate of hatchlings and the need for ongoing conservation work.

What is the main threat to turtle nests on the beaches?

• Climate change

• Tourism

• Predation by wild animals

• Pollution

Why are protective cages important for turtle nests?

• They help in hatching

• They protect from predators

• They prevent flooding

• They provide warmth

What is the survival rate of turtle hatchlings reaching adulthood?

• 1 in 100

• 1 in 500

• 1 in 1000

• 1 in 2000

What is a significant threat to turtles once they reach the sea?

• Plastic waste

• Oil spills

• Bycatch from small-scale fisheries

• Shark attacks

What method is used to monitor turtle nests on the beaches?

• Daily checks for turtle tracks

• Satellite tracking

• Drone surveillance

• Underwater cameras