A sea turtle has been spotted in Nha Trang Bay in Vietnam’s south central coast for the first time in years, marking a significant milestone for marine conservation in the country.
The discovery was made during a routine marine inspection near Mun Islet in Nha Trang Bay on Oct. 4, when a specialist from the Nha Trang Bay Management Board spotted a sea turtle swimming in the waters and immediately captured the moment on video.
A sea turtle is seen swimming in Nha Trang Bay, Oct. 4, 2024. Video by Nha Trang Bay Management Board
Dam Hai Van, the Management Board’s Deputy Director, said on Tuesday that sea turtles have historically been present in Nha Trang Bay, including a female turtle that nested on Tre Islet in 2009.
Unfortunately, a subsequent decline in the marine environment forced turtles to leave for more suitable habitats.
Van believed that the reappearance of sea turtles is a promising indicator that conservation efforts in the bay are paying off. The increased availability of food and reduced disturbances have encouraged turtle species to return to their nesting grounds.
To further support the recovery of sea turtle populations, the bay management board has proposed establishing a protection zone at Bai Ban, a known breeding ground for these creatures.
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