S. Korea releases 14 endangered sea turtles into ocean
- 5 years ago
해양수산부, 제주서 멸종위기 바다거북 14마리 방류
South Korea's oceans ministry has released 14 endangered sea turtles into the ocean from Jeju Island.
Of them, four turtles were rescued, three were hatched artificially and the rest came from abroad for research.
Wednesday's event was joined by nearly 100 people including the minister, representatives of related organizations and citizens.
The move comes amid enhanced international awareness on the need to preserve sea turtles that are on the verge of extinction.
South Korea's oceans ministry has released 14 endangered sea turtles into the ocean from Jeju Island.
Of them, four turtles were rescued, three were hatched artificially and the rest came from abroad for research.
Wednesday's event was joined by nearly 100 people including the minister, representatives of related organizations and citizens.
The move comes amid enhanced international awareness on the need to preserve sea turtles that are on the verge of extinction.