Recent study finds high frequency of vessel collisions with leatherback totals in regional waters

Recent study finds high frequency of vessel collisions with leatherback totals in regional waters

BARNSTABLE/DUKES COUNTY – A recent study of sea turtle strandings over a thirteen-year period found troubling concentrations of collisions between marine vessels and Leatherback turtles in regional waters.  The study, published in the most recent edition of “Biological Conservation” and headed by researchers at Florida State University identified turtle injuries attributable to vessel strikes such as chop wounds indicative of contact with propel…