The nesting season for endangered sea turtles continues in Alanya. The nesting areas on Kleopatra and Keykubat beaches are being protected. What dangers do they face? Only about 3% of the hatchlings survive to adulthood, and of approximately 1000 eggs, only one may reach the age of 50. To protect sea turtles, harmful activities in the sea must be controlled. Fishing, trawling, diseases, pollution, and speedboats pose threats to sea turtles, which are protected worldwide. So, what should we do, or not do, if we see a sea turtle coming ashore to lay eggs? A Sea Turtle is Coming Ashore. How Should We Behave? – Ensure the environment is dark. – Be quiet. – Do not approach to take pictures; absolutely do not use flash or turn on camera lights. – Move to an area where the turtle cannot see you. – For Alanya, notify the authorities using this number: Alanya Nature Conservation and National Parks Department 0242 5115812 What happens next? The authorities will protect the area with a protective cage. The eggs will begin to hatch approximately 60 days later, and the baby sea turtles will move towards the sea. Do not interfere with this journey. However, if turtles become disoriented due to city lighting or for any other reason, you can release them near the seashore.