Green Sea Turtles No Longer Endangered In Conservation Wins

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Green sea turtles are bouncing back thanks to decades of sustained conservation action, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced earlier this month.

The species’ latest assessment was carried out in December 2024 and showed that the global population has increased since the 1970s, leading to its reclassification on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species from “endangered” to “least concern”.

Established in 1964, the list is one of the world’s most comprehensive source of information on the global extinction risk status of animal, fungus and plant species. It counts 172,620 species, of which 48,646 are threatened with extinction.

“Conservation efforts have focused on protecting nesting females and their eggs on beaches, expanding community-based initiatives to reduce unsustainable harvest of turtles and their eggs for human consumption, curtailing trade, and using Turtle Excluder Devices and other measures to reduce the accidental capture of turtles in fishing gear,” the IUCN said in a press release. 

Roderic Mast, Co-Chair of IUCN’s Species Survival Commission Marine Turtle Specialist Group, said the recovery is a “powerful example of what coordinated global conservation over decades can achieve.”

Conservation groups worldwide welcomed the reclassification.

WWF’s Global Marine Turtle Conservation Lead Christine Madden called is “a major win for turtle conservation and proof that coordinated action can reverse populations at risk of extinction.”

“This is a major milestone globally, but it’s not a time to be complacent. Conservation efforts must continue for green turtle populations to continue to thrive and recover in areas where they remain threatened by fishing gear entanglement, overfishing and loss of habitats,” she added.

https://earth.org/green-sea-turtles-no-longer-endangered-species-in-major-conservation-win/

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I guess conservatism is the solution 

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Just now, Lucas said:

I guess conservatism is the solution 

Well not that kind 

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21 minutes ago, Lucas said:

I guess conservatism is the solution 

Open the schools

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There are good people working in the world too. Oftentimes we don't see it but they do exist and they're doing good work all the time.

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Bad news for the jellyfish community 

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22 minutes ago, River said:

Bad news for the jellyfish community 

We have PLENTYYYYY of jellyfish in the gulf for them ugh. U fr can barely swim anymore bc the massive amounts of moon jellies. Send the turtles our way

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16 minutes ago, TheARTPOPball said:

We have PLENTYYYYY of jellyfish in the gulf for them ugh. U fr can barely swim anymore bc the massive amounts of moon jellies. Send the turtles our way

jellyfish are cute 

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4 hours ago, River said:

jellyfish are cute 

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I have to say, hearing about green sea turtles bouncing back after decades of conservation efforts really warms my heart.  It’s not every day you get to see such a hopeful turnaround for a species that was once on the edge of disappearing forever. The IUCN’s announcement that these turtles have moved from “endangered” to “least concern” is more than just a scientific update—it feels like a victory for all the people, communities, and organizations who’ve put in the hard work, often quietly and patiently, over many years. 

What strikes me most is how this recovery didn’t happen overnight or by accident. It’s the result of consistent, coordinated action: protecting nesting beaches, educating communities about sustainable practices, developing fishing gear that reduces accidental turtle captures, and enforcing trade restrictions. It’s a reminder that meaningful change often takes time and teamwork, and that conservation isn’t just about laws or policies—it’s about people coming together for a cause they care deeply about. 

I also appreciate the caution from experts like Christine Madden, who remind us that this success story doesn’t mean the job is done. There’s still so much to do to keep these turtles safe from ongoing threats like fishing entanglement and habitat loss. It feels like a call to stay engaged and not lose the momentum just because we’ve reached a milestone.

Personally, stories like this give me hope.  In a world where so many environmental headlines are bleak, the green sea turtle’s recovery is a breath of fresh air—a real example of what’s possible when humans work with nature rather than against it. It makes me optimistic about other endangered species too, and about the power of sustained care and dedication.

In the end, the green sea turtle’s comeback is a reminder that even the smallest actions can add up to something big over time. It encourages me to believe that if we keep trying—whether it’s supporting conservation efforts, spreading awareness, or making mindful choices in our own lives—we can help protect the incredible diversity of life on our planet. 

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I gotta update Zoo Tycoon 2 then

I made a fortune selling the celebratory balloons when I bred these guys 

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"Least concern" always cracks me up, like we do NOT care about you b*tches