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BIO Web Conf.
Volume 131, 2024
6th International Conference on Tropical Resources and Sustainable Sciences (CTReSS 6.0)
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Article Number | 01013 | |
Number of page(s) | 10 | |
Section | Biological Diversity and Conservation | |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/202413101013 | |
Published online | 15 October 2024 |
The Ongoing Battle: Understanding the Population Trends of Green Turtles in Peninsular Malaysia
1 Centre of Pre-University Studies, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300, Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
2 Faculty of Resource Sciences and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300, Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
3 Borneo Marine Research Institute, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Jalan UMS, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
4 College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi Mara, 02600, Arau Perlis Branch, Arau, Perlis, Malaysia
5 Institute of Oceanography and Environment (INOS), Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030, Kuala Nerus Terungganu, Malaysia
* Corresponding author: norikashahirah@gmail.com
Sea turtles are crucial marine animals. They act as indicator to a healthy marine ecosystem. However, they are subjected to different challenges and threats which results of their declining population. This study looks at the population trends of sea turtles in Malaysia by examining the numbers of nests, eggs, and hatchlings in six states in Peninsular Malaysia which are Perak, Pahang, Melaka, Johor, Terengganu, and Negeri Sembilan. Statistical distribution, hatching success percentage, trend landing and hatching, and linear regression analysis are implemented. The results show that Terengganu, on the east coast, consistently has the highest numbers of nests, eggs, and hatchlings, highlighting its key role in sea turtle conservation. In contrast, Melaka has the lowest numbers, pointing where conservation efforts could be increased. This study provides valuable insights into the differences in green turtle populations across states and identifies critical areas for focused conservation strategies to better protect and help these endangered species recover in Malaysia.
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