Sad! More than 30 green turtles die off the remote island of Japan. Many were stabbed in the neck.
On July 18, at least 30 green turtles, classified as endangered, were found floating off Kumejima Island. remote island of japan It was found that many of them had stab wounds in their necks. The remains were found by villagers on the island following low tide on Thursday (July 14).
Mainichi newspaper Japanese media reported that At least one fisherman admitted to attacking the turtles in order to get them out of the nets.
While the police said The case is currently investigating allegations of animal abuse. An officer was sent to the scene of the accident last week, however, it is unclear whether any measures will be taken.
Marine biologists and staff from the sea turtle museum on the island rushed to the beach following the turtles were found.
The green turtle is listed as an endangered species by Japanese authorities and conservation groups around the world. It is known to be frequent outside of Kumejima, a small island rich in kelp and kelp. Which is regarding 2,000 km from mainland Japan.
