A Story of Tanu

Abstract

Marine Turtle have co-existed with the earth for over 150 million years. There are 6 of 7 of living marine turtles namely Leatherback, Green Turtle, Olive ridley, Hawksbill, Loggerhead and Flatback are commonly found in ASEAN Waters. All are highly migratory often passing through territorial and international waters from feeding to nesting groundsand back again. Currently marine turtle conservation is an interesting issue in the world of natural conservation. the problem in Marine turtle conservation is faced by many countries, these can be seen from the continual decline in the turtle population even after various conservation efforts and approaches have been attempted