Support our turtles
$ 15.00
Turtles have existed relatively unchanged for over 100 million years, swimming freely through our many oceans safely and un-threatened. But sadly, many of our turtle populations in Western Australia are struggling to survive. Why? A number of factors have contributed to their decline, such as capture by feral animals, destruction of nesting beaches by bumans, ocean pollution, oil spills, and erosion of dunes and beaches where turtles lay their eggs. Six of the world’s seven turtle species reside in these waters, including the flatback turtle. Found only in the waters around Australia, there are only 20,000 nesting female turtles left! A number of Coastcare groups in Western Australia dedicate themselves to caring and protecting these areas so that our marine life, like the flatback turtle, have a place to lay their eggs in safe and protected environments. Protecting our coastal and marine environment is just as important as protecting our land. Coastcare puts into action long-term, practical solutions that help protect and improve our beautiful coastlines and fragile ocean environments. Young and old, our volunteer Coastcarers tackle problems like; dune erosion, loss of native coastal vegetation and animals, storm water pollution, invasive weeds, and control of human access to sensitive and vulnerable areas.
Make your donation of $15 count towards our marine life and turtles by supporting Coastcare.
Make your donation of $15 count towards our marine life and turtles by supporting Coastcare.