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Borneo Post
26-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Three Filipinos jailed, fined for possessing Green Turtle derivatives
The three Filipinos jailed, fined for possessing Green Turtle derivatives. KOTA MARUDU (May 26): Three Filipinos were each sentenced to one year in jail and fined RM220,000 for possessing green turtle derivatives, with an additional eight months' imprisonment if they fail to pay the fine. Sessions Court judge Akhiruddin Acho handed down the sentence after the trio pleaded guilty to possessing an estimated 865kg of green turtle (Chelonia mydas) derivatives, stored in 39 sacks and 14 boxes. On Sept 27, 2023, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) officers arrested them in Sabah waters near Simpang Mengayau, Kudat. The case was later transferred to the Sabah Wildlife Department for further investigation and prosecution. The accused — Erwin Monares Comendo, 39; Rudyzon Darol Infante, 37; and Arnel Meniano Getes, 52 — were charged under Section 41(1) of the Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997, read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code, which imposes stricter penalties for possessing fully protected wildlife derivatives.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
‘Turtles are key indicators of healthy environ, awareness must to save them'
1 2 Varanasi: To mark World Turtle Day, the forest department on Friday organised a seminar at Sarnath Zoo to raise awareness and sensitivity towards conservation of turtles. Every year on May 23, World Turtle Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the declining number of turtles globally, protect their habitats, arrange for their rehabilitation, and rescue them. Forest conservator of Varanasi Circle Ravi Kumar Singh said "Turtles are one of the oldest living species in the world, dating back about 200 million years, existing even before birds, snakes and lizards. Their presence in the ecosystem is crucial as they are considered indicators of a healthy environment. They play a significant role in the food chain, and their existence is vital for controlling several plant and fish species. " He said there are over 300 species of turtles worldwide, with around 130 declared endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). In India, there are 29 species of turtles, including 24 species of tortoises (land turtles) and 5 species of sea turtles. Most of these turtles are protected under various schedules of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. According to him, India is home to five species of sea turtles, including Olive Ridley, Leatherback, Loggerhead, Green Turtle and Hawksbill. The first three are classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN, the Green Turtle is Endangered, and the Hawksbill is Critically Endangered. Without conservation efforts, these species may soon become extinct. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
23-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Forest department hosts seminar at Varanasi's Sarnath Zoo on World Turtle Day
Representative Image VARANASI: The forest department organised a seminar at Sarnath Zoo on Friday to raise awareness and sensitivity towards turtle conservation on World Turtle Day. Every year on May 23, World Turtle Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the declining number of turtles globally, protect their habitats, arrange for their rehabilitation, and rescue them. Ravi Kumar Singh, Forest Conservator of Varanasi Circle, said that turtles are one of the oldest living species in the world, dating back about 200 million years, existing even before birds, snakes, and lizards. Their presence in the ecosystem is crucial as they are considered indicators of a healthy environment. They play a significant role in the food chain, and their existence is vital for controlling several plant and fish species. He said that today, there are over 300 species of turtles worldwide, with around 130 declared endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). In India, there are 29 species of turtles, including 24 species of tortoises (land turtles) and 5 species of sea turtles. Most of these turtles are protected under various schedules of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. According to him, India is home to five species of sea turtles, including Olive Ridley , Leatherback, Loggerhead, Green Turtle, and Hawksbill. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands Are Saving Money Using This Wall Plug elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Click Here Undo The first three are classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN, the Green Turtle is Endangered, and the Hawksbill is Critically Endangered. Without conservation efforts, these species may soon become extinct. Dr Ravi Kumar Singh, Forest Conservator of Varanasi Circle, stated that on the occasion of World Turtle Day, a seminar on turtle conservation will be organised at Sarnath Zoo at 11:30 AM to raise awareness and sensitivity towards turtle conservation.
