The Ministry of Environment is Urging Protection of the Leatherback Turtle Species Spotted in the Panama Bay
A leatherback turtle, considered a critically endangered species, was spotted in Panama Bay; MiAmbiente asks that its space be respected.
The Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) reported the sighting of a leatherback turtle in Panama Bay, near the Pearl Islands archipelago, an event that highlights the ecological importance of Panamanian waters for the conservation of this species. The institution reminded the public that the leatherback turtle is listed as critically endangered, and reiterated its call to citizens to respect its habitat and avoid any action that could jeopardize its survival. MiAmbiente emphasized that the protection of this species depends, to a large extent, on the conservation of its natural habitats and the collaboration of fishermen, sailors and visitors who travel through the areas where it lives.
MiAmbiente Urges Protection of the Leatherback Turtle after Sighting
They also urged the public to maintain a safe distance if they see a specimen, so as not to interfere with its movement, feeding, or natural behavior. The sighting represents an opportunity to strengthen awareness about the conservation of marine biodiversity and the need to protect one of the world’s most emblematic and threatened turtle species.
