Royal Turtles Released in Cambodia

By Norman Metanza

Cambodian conservationists have released 20 critically endangered Royal Turtles into the Sre Ambel River, a vital effort to bolster the population of this incredibly rare species. This significant initiative in Preah Sihanouk Province aims to protect one of the world's most threatened reptiles within its natural habitat.

www.bernama.com reports: According to Bernama, Cambodian conservationists have released 20 critically endangered Royal Turtles into the protected Sre Ambel River.
This initiative, as reported by Bernama, aims to bolster the species' population in its natural habitat within Preah Sihanouk Province.
The Royal Turtle, also known as the Southern River Terrapin, is a species facing critical endangerment.
Bernama highlights that this particular turtle species is considered one of the world's rarest.
The release of these 20 turtles is a significant step towards conservation efforts for this rare species.

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