The endangered sea turtles of Kefalonia

[greggd12]

Kefalonia is home to the endangered caretta-caretta sea turtles! These sea turtles are slowly dying out, so its very important to be respectful of nature while traveling in Greece. Don't throw litter by the sea, or anywhere on the island. There are many beach areas that are protected during the mating period so make sure you follow the signs on the beaches as well. They lay eggs in the sand and stepping on the sand/eggs can be detrimental to the species.

 

[acamp7]

Here is a good video about the turtles

 

[kef_john68]

I went to Kefalonia once a long time ago and I actually remember the turtles. It is an amazing thing, and I wold love to see it again one day.

 

[nadellii]

I went to Kefalonia once a long time ago and I actually remember the turtles. It is an amazing thing, and I wold love to see it again one day.

Hopefully they don't go extinct before then!! Because I would love to go too

 

[kef_john68]

Hopefully they don't go extinct before then!! Because I would love to go too

I know, I agree. I am not sure - are they endangered? This is a good little factual writeup about them:

Sea Turtles in Kefalonia – Katelios Group | Research and Protection of Marine and Terrestrial Life

 

[Panos]

Kefalonia is home to the endangered caretta-caretta sea turtles! These sea turtles are slowly dying out, so its very important to be respectful of nature while traveling in Greece. Don't throw litter by the sea, or anywhere on the island. There are many beach areas that are protected during the mating period so make sure you follow the signs on the beaches as well. They lay eggs in the sand and stepping on the sand/eggs can be detrimental to the species.

Zakynthos also is home to the endangered caretta x2 turtles.

 

[xmelissaa]

Zakynthos also is home to the endangered caretta x2 turtles.

I didn't know that!! Thanks. Do you know where in Zankynthos I can see them? Do I have to go on a guided tour?