Endangered turtles returned to sea
Five turtles belonging to an endangered species were returned to sea by the authorities. Sources said the turtles were found in poor health by some residents in the area and were taken to the authorities.
“The turtles regained their health after being cared for a period of three months by a group of experts belonging to the Supreme Council for Environment and Bahrain Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,” the sources added.
Mahmoud Faraj, Chairman of the Bahrain Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said that the turtles were returned to the sea on Sunday near Hawar Islands in co-operation with Supreme Council for Environment.
BSPCA representatives and officials from the Supreme Council for Environment including its chief executive officer Mohammed Mubarak bin Dainah were present.
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