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The tracks When the turtle goes up the beach to lay it leaves some recognisable tracks, like those in the photo.If you see these marks on the sand: • take photos from various perspectives • do not alter anything • report to phone number 1530 and call Tartamare • monitor the area until the arrival of the Harbour Master or the experts. What can you do • Do not leave litter on the beach• Fill the dug holes, take everything away: umbrellas, tents and toys• Do not turn on lights or fires on the beach at night to avoid disorienting the animals• Respect the delimited nesting areas: do not play football, do not lead dogs around them• If you happen…

The waste in the waves There is a large amount of waste in the sea which is a serious threat to marine animals.Bottles, packaging and bags in water break into small fragments by the action of currents and heat.52% of sea turtles accidentally ingest plastic, mistaking it for food, and in some cases, this causes their death. Abandoned fishing nets trap fish, birds, cetaceans and sea turtles. The propellers The impact with high-speed boats has dramatic consequences, causing serious injuries to the turtles. Even if the animal does not die on impact, and is rescued, propeller trauma is not easily treatable due to the long healing times in cold-blooded animals. What can you do • Limit the use of single-use…