Endangered baby turtles reach sea with help from Kenyan volunteers

Newly hatched sea turtles emerged from their nests on a Mombasa beach earlier this month, beginning a perilous journey to the ocean.

Nearby, conservationists from Early Birds Banda watched, ready to assist the endangered hatchlings in their crucial first moments of life.

The journey of hatchlings from nest to sea is perilous, with only a small percentage surviving their first days in the ocean.

Predators, artificial lights, and human interference all pose significant challenges to their survival.

Sea turtles play a vital role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems, contributing to the well-being of sea-grass beds and coral reefs.

Their potential extinction could have far-reaching consequences for ocean biodiversity and, ultimately, human life.

(Reuters)