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Twist in turtle's tale: Falling catch fuels turtle-fisher conflict in Lakshadweep atolls

Sekar, Sandhya (2013) Twist in turtle's tale: Falling catch fuels turtle-fisher conflict in Lakshadweep atolls. Down To Earth, Vol.22 (9). p. 56. ISSN 0971-8079

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Abstract

GREEN turtles (Chelonia mydas), though globally endangered, are found in exceptionally high numbers in the coral atolls around Lakshadweep in the Indian Ocean. They congregate here to feed on seagrasses in shallow lagoons. But what is good news for conservationists is considered a nuisance by fishers. Fishing communities in Agatti coral reef around Lakshadweep blame green turtles for a drop in their catch. According to them, green turtles chomp their way through seagrass beds, which are essential for fish to breed. They, thus, kill these turtles and destroy their nests clandestinely, putting the endangered animal at risk.

Item Type: Articles
Keywords: India, Lakshadweep, Turtle, Endangered Species, Fish Catch, Fishers, MPA, Protected Areas, Conservation
Subjects: Right to Resources
Depositing User: Users 4 not found.
Date Deposited: 02 Feb 2022 04:24
Last Modified: 02 Feb 2022 04:24
URI: http://icsfarchives.net/id/eprint/10985

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