Following three days of hatching, the first turtle nest which was found at Golden Bay on 15/06/24 has fully hatched, the ERA said Tuesday.

The nest was excavated today by ERA, Nature Trust Malta (NTM), and a qualified Veterinary to assess its status. A total of 44 turtles hatched successfully, ERA said.

This marks the first hatching of this record-breaking season, with seven more nests expected to hatch in the coming weeks.

Darrin Stevens, Director for Environment & Resources said that;

‘This hatching serves as an essential reminder of the important role played by dedicated NTM volunteers and ERA officials in their conservation efforts and collaboration in protecting this endangered species. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all volunteers! and reminded the public to always respect wildlife and their habitats when enjoying our beautiful beaches’.

ERA urged that a higher degree of caution is exercised close to the nests during this increasingly sensitive time.  Should the public be present during a hatching event no lights or flashes are to be used and noise is to be kept to a minimum.

ERA also thanked the public and the volunteers for their cooperation and efforts this season. ERA supports NTM to conduct animal rescues and rehabilitation around the Maltese islands.