RIYADH: The General Organization for the Conservation of Red Sea Turtles and Sea Turtles (SHAMS) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the discovery of the largest turtle nesting site ever found in Saudi Arabian waters.
The discovery of the site on the Four Sisters Islands in the Red Sea is a major achievement for Saudi Arabia’s environmental protection efforts.
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The CEO of the organization, Khaled Asfahani, announced that the Four Sisters Islands have been designated as a protected area for managing sea turtle species, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
– Four Sisters, Marmar Island, Dahab Island, Maratu Island and Jadar Island are important nesting areas with over 2,500 turtle nests recorded. “These islands are important breeding grounds for endangered species in the Red Sea,” he said.
Asfahani emphasized the importance of protecting the turtle nesting areas on the island which are home to many endangered species such as green turtles and green turtles.
He emphasized the strategic importance of protecting habitats, as their survival is essential for the preservation of biodiversity in the Red Sea ecosystem.
The organization is creating a plan to protect more than 180 beach nesting sites on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, as well as promoting sustainable tourism and eco-friendly entertainment.
Sea turtles are important for the Red Sea ecosystem as they help keep the balance of the area’s environment in check.
