Turtle Island protecting the Eiselt's Pond Turtle (Emys orbicularis eiselti) - Status August 2024 скачать в хорошем качестве

Turtle Island protecting the Eiselt's Pond Turtle (Emys orbicularis eiselti) - Status August 2024

The critically endangered Eiselt’s Pond Turtle (Emys orbicularis eiselti) is a rare subspecies first identified in 1998 from specimens collected near the Syrian border in the 1960s. Once abundant in the Amik Maras Rift Valley, this unique turtle now faces extinction due to severe habitat loss from urbanization, agriculture, and infrastructure development. Today, only two small ponds remain as their last refuge. Join us as we document the latest expedition led by our founder, Peter Praschag, and his son Kiran, in their quest to save this rare turtle from the brink of extinction. During their August 2024 mission, they discovered 22 new specimens, offering a glimmer of hope for the species' survival. Support our efforts to save the Eiselt’s Pond Turtle and ensure its future in its natural habitat. Every contribution counts. 🔗 Learn more and donate: https://www.givebutter.com/turtles https://turtle-island.org/the-eiselts... #EiseltsPondTurtle #TurtleConservation #EndangeredSpecies #WildlifeProtection #WetlandConservation #SaveTheTurtles #AmikMarasValley #Biodiversity #EmysOrbicularisEiselti #TurtleIsland #PeterPraschag