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Mystery surge of turtle deaths in protected Australian waters

Authorities link the deaths to flood-driven seagrass loss and marine plastic ingestion, with $35 million allocated for stormwater filtration to protect Moreton Bay turtles.

Dozens of endangered green turtles and one dugong have died and been washed ashore near Brisbane.

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Mystery surge of turtle deaths in protected Australian waters

Dozens of endangered green turtles and one dugong have died and been washed ashore near Brisbane.

·Sydney, Australia
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The turtle casquito de Vallarta, the smallest and most endemic species in the municipality, is in danger of extinction due to urban growth and illegal traffic towards the Asian market. For its protection, the Guadalajara Zoo maintains specimens in biological shelter, with the aim of preserving genetic material and ensuring their conservation. It is estimated that in its natural habitat there are only 300 specimens, so it is urged to report any s…

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Azteca Jalisco broke the news in on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
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