TOH edition: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 · Planet & Nature
A tip can help bring wildlife home: 20 green sea turtles returned to the ocean after Bali residents alerted police
Reported by Mongabay
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Indonesian authorities released 20 protected green sea turtles back into the ocean after a report from residents led police to uncover a suspected smuggling attempt off Bali’s Serangan Island. All 22 turtles found on the abandoned boat were alive; two remain in care because they are still sick.
The rescue shows how residents speaking up, police intervention and conservation care can help return protected wildlife to the ocean.
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