690 terrapin hatchlings released into Sungai Kemaman to boost conservation
CHUKAI: Some 690 terrapin hatchlings were released into their natural habitat in Sungai Kemaman near Kampung Pasir Gajah here today.
In a conservation effort near Kampung Pasir Gajah, Malaysia, 690 terrapin hatchlings were released into Sungai Kemaman on Thursday. The turtles were incubated for three months before being temporarily cared for at the Terrapin Conservation Centre. Dr Chen Pelf Nyok, co-founder and executive director of the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS), said the hatchlings were released in stages, with today's release marking the completion of the year's programme.
Chen expressed hope that the released terrapins would mature and return to lay eggs in the river. Last year, 680 hatchlings were released in a similar programme. The conservation efforts aim to raise awareness about terrapin protection among local residents and visitors, as well as encourage support for conservation through social media.
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