Study to track migratory patterns of endangered reef turtles

28 Nov 2024
The research team poses with green turtles.
The research team poses with green turtles. Image: Supplied.

Researchers will map the migratory connectivity of green turtles in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) to boost conservation efforts for the endangered species.

The study, led by The University of Queensland (UQ) PhD candidate Jaime Restrepo, will pinpoint critical feeding areas for green turtles and identify connectivity between key nesting beaches at Heron and Raine Islands and various feeding grounds throughout the GBR.

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