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41,000+ Endangered Turtles Found at World's Largest Nesting Site via Drones
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News18
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10-03-2026, 21:07
41,000+ Endangered Turtles Found at World's Largest Nesting Site via Drones
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World's largest nesting site for endangered South American river turtles discovered on the Guaporé River, bordering Brazil and Bolivia.
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Over 41,000 turtles were estimated at the site using a new method combining drones and statistical analysis.
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The study, by University of Florida and Wildlife Conservation Society, highlights drones as an efficient tool for monitoring wildlife populations.
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South American river turtles (Arrau turtles) are endangered but crucial for the Amazon ecosystem, aiding seed dispersal and serving as a food source.
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Mass nesting behavior in July and August makes traditional counting challenging, underscoring the value of advanced drone technology.
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