Saudi conservation efforts drive sea turtle recovery at Ras Baridi (opens original article in a new tab)

Saudi Arabia's conservation efforts have contributed to the recovery of sea turtle populations at Ras Baridi Beach, with increased nesting numbers and initiatives to address threats like plastic waste and habitat disruption.

• Saudi Arabia highlights Ras Baridi Beach as a key sea turtle nesting site on World Sea Turtle Day
• Monitoring data shows a significant increase in nesting females at Ras Baridi from 14 in 1982 to 330 in 2019
• Saudi conservation efforts include tagging turtles, real-time tracking devices, and awareness campaigns targeting plastic waste and sand temperature risks
• The Saudi Red Sea Authority regulates tourism to protect sea turtle habitats