{
  "id": 11657188,
  "title": "The secret life of sea turtles beneath the waves",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/the-secret-life-of-sea-turtles-beneath-the-waves",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-03T10:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/news/environment/2026-10-03-the-secret-life-of-sea-turtles-beneath-the-waves/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre in Scottburgh is set to host a Conservation Talk on sea turtles on Saturday, 31 October 2026. The event, aimed at providing visitors with a deeper understanding of the fascinating marine creatures, will feature PhD student Natalie Dos Santos. Dos Santos has dedicated eight years to studying sea turtles, beginning on the nesting beaches of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and expanding to the less-studied waters along South Africa’s east coast. Her current research, focusing on green turtles and hawksbills at the Aliwal Shoal Marine Protected Area, will be the central theme of the talk. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to view underwater footage of researchers catching, tagging, and tracking turtles through acoustic telemetry. This talk is part of Crocworld’s Conservation Talk series, which seeks to connect visitors with the region’s biodiversity and promote conservation awareness. Organised by Susan Badat, the centre's manager, the talks aim to make conservation both informative and engaging. With visitors often wondering about the life of sea turtles after they disappear beneath the waves, this talk promises to reveal the remarkable journey these animals undertake. To secure a spot, visitors must book by emailing [email protected] by 26 October. The Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre offers additional experiences, including animal encounters, educational talks, its Jikaleza Outdoor Adventures trail network, and the Fish Eagle Café.",
  "summary": "Nelson Mandela University PhD student Natalie Dos Santos delves into the curious world of SA's sea turtles, shedding light on what these beautiful creatures get up to beneath the waves.",
  "key_points": [
    "Conservation Talk on sea turtles scheduled for 31 October 2026",
    "PhD student Natalie Dos Santos studies green turtles and hawksbills",
    "Talk includes underwater footage of turtle tagging and tracking"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}