Endangered leatherback turtle Bella achieves 91.8% hatching success in Ecuador

Bella, a resilient leatherback turtle, made a remarkable nesting attempt in Ecuador, overcoming an array of challenges posed by artificial lighting. Her successful hatchling rates reveal a promising trend, indicating that leatherbacks are beginning to adapt to their new coastal environments. Conservation efforts are increasingly vital as these turtles face persistent threats, highlighting the urgent need to establish safe habitats for their upcoming nesting seasons.