Giant elderly sea turtle found dead on Bali beach

A giant green see turtle estimated to be around 15 years old was reportedly found dead on a Bali beach.

The turtle found in Perancak Village Beach, Jembrana, Bali measured at 52 by 48 centimeters and was discovered around 2 pm in a facedown position by local residents, reports Tribun Bali

Head of the conservation division of the turtle conservation group in Perancak, I Wayan Anom Astika Jaya, told Tribun Bali that the turtle likely died three days ago at sea before being washed ashore. 

“This turtle weighs around 50-60 kilograms. It likely died from exposure when getting caught in shrimp fishing nets. There were no injuries to the body,” Jaya told Tribun of the kasihan Mr. turtle. 

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