Community Acts Quickly to Save Endangered Turtle from Flooding
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📰 The quick summary: A Queensland community conservation group successfully saved endangered Mary river turtle nests from unseasonable flooding, helping protect one of Australia’s 2,000 threatened species.
📈 One key stat: The Mary river turtle is one of 2,000 Australian species currently listed as under threat in what scientists are calling an extinction crisis.
💬 One key quote: “Every year matters” in protecting Queensland’s critically endangered ‘bum-breathing’ turtle as it battles the odds.
1️⃣ The big picture: An Australian community conservation group led by Marilyn Connell took quick action in December 2024 when unseasonable flooding threatened the breeding season of the critically endangered Mary river turtle. This unique species, known for its ability to breathe through its rear end, faces severe threats to its survival as one of 2,000 Australian species listed as endangered. The community’s rapid response to protect the turtle nests demonstrates the vital role of local conservation efforts. Their work represents an important case study in how dedicated local groups can make a real difference in protecting endangered species.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Local community members are actively working to save this unique species through hands-on conservation efforts. Their quick response to flooding shows that immediate intervention can help protect endangered species when threats arise. The existence of organized community conservation groups provides hope for protecting other threatened species. This successful effort demonstrates how local knowledge and dedicated action can make a meaningful impact in preventing extinctions.
3️⃣ What’s next: The conservation group plans to continue monitoring and protecting Mary river turtle nests during future breeding seasons. Additional measures to safeguard nesting sites from flooding and other threats will be implemented. Expanding community involvement and awareness will help ensure long-term protection for this endangered species.
Read the full story here: The Guardian – Endangered bum-breathing turtles and the town working to save them
