Reptiles

"Tanegashima Loggerhead Sea Turtle Survey 2021" Takes Place amid Covid Restrictions

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Reptiles, Endangered animals, Turtles, Sea turtles, Chelonioidea, Sea turtle, Loggerhead sea turtle, Turtle, Turtle conservation, Caretta, Mon Repos Conservation Park, Adelita

This year, participation was limited to only six individuals: research specialists and staff of Turtle Crew, a local NPO.

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  • This year, participation was limited to only six individuals: research specialists and staff of Turtle Crew, a local NPO.
  • The results of this year's survey indicated a further decline in the number of loggerhead sea turtles landing on Tanegashima to lay eggs.
  • The cumulative number of turtles identified since 2015 reached 177, adding useful data relating to the loggerhead sea turtle?s ecology.
  • (1) For further information on the survey program:
    (2) Loggerhead sea turtles come ashore at night to lay their eggs.

Nominations Now Open for Loggerhead Marinelife Center's Thirteenth Annual Go Blue Awards

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Reptiles, Turtles, Florida, Sea turtles, Turtle conservation, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Endangered animals, Loggerhead, Sea turtle, Juno Beach, Florida, Loggerhead Park

JUNO BEACH, Fla., July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is now accepting nominations for the prestigious and thirteenth annual Go Blue Awards.

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  • JUNO BEACH, Fla., July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is now accepting nominations for the prestigious and thirteenth annual Go Blue Awards.
  • Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is now accepting nominations for the thirteenth annual Go Blue Awards.
  • Work/Career: The Blue Friend of the Year Award recognizes a person who has made significant contributions to ocean conservation through work-related activities.
  • Situated on one of the world's most important sea turtle nesting beaches, Loggerhead Marinelife Center is open daily and hosts over 350,000 guests free of charge each year.

Americateve Releases The Series "SOS: INVASORAS EN EL PANTANO"

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Friday, June 18, 2021
Python, Burmese python, Everglades, Mauceri, Burmese, Physical geography, Reptiles

MIAMI, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Americateve premieres the journalistic series "SOS: INVASORAS EN EL PANTANO".

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  • MIAMI, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Americateve premieres the journalistic series "SOS: INVASORAS EN EL PANTANO".
  • As an adult, Burmese pythons can exceed 20 feet in length and 220 pounds in weight.
  • The journalist Irene Daz, creator of the series, spent weeks in the swamps of the Everglades accompanying the python hunters who operate there day and night.
  • The series, recorded by Hugo J. Quizhpi, produced by Miguel Cosso, and edited by Adrin Mauceri, was filmed between January and March of 2020.

DNA test kit saves thousands of Earth's most bizarre turtles

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Reptiles, Fauna of South America, Fictional mutants, Chelus, Mata mata, Vertebrates, Fictional turtles

Matamata turtles are native to South America and are most recognizable by their rough, knobby shell and snorkel-like snout.

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  • Matamata turtles are native to South America and are most recognizable by their rough, knobby shell and snorkel-like snout.
  • When the shipment of baby Matamata turtles was found with their alien-like features, customs officials didn't need a DNA test to know they were looking at a protected species.
  • Traditionally, customs officials transport a few confiscated turtles to a lab for DNA testing not quite an expeditious endeavor.
  • While the officials would wait for results, they are usually also trying to keep thousands of turtles alive.

Equity Lifestyle Properties and Loggerhead Marinelife Center Unveil Multi-Year Partnership on Earth Day

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Reptiles, Turtles, Sea turtles, Turtle conservation, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Endangered animals, Sea turtle, Loggerhead

We\'re honored to support the efforts of Loggerhead Marinelife Center.

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  • We\'re honored to support the efforts of Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
  • "\n"Partnerships like this are invaluable to promoting the mission of Loggerhead Marinelife Center," said Caitlin Farmer, co-interim CEO & CFO of LMC.
  • "\nEquity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. owns and operates the highest quality portfolio of lifestyle communities in the United States.
  • Situated on one of the world\'s most important sea turtle nesting beaches, Loggerhead Marinelife Center is open daily and hosts over 350,000 guests free-of-charge each year.

185 Baby Galapagos Tortoises Seized in Trafficking Attempt

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Chelonoidis, Reptiles, Giant tortoise, Tortoises, Tortoise, Galápagos Province, Galápagos Islands, Fernandina Island Galápagos tortoise, Galápagos tortoise

Most of the young tortoises are estimated to be between 1-6 months of age, with some appearing to be newly hatched.

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  • Most of the young tortoises are estimated to be between 1-6 months of age, with some appearing to be newly hatched.
  • Galapagos Conservancy's Director of Conservation, Wacho Tapia, believes that the tortoises were removed from tortoise nests on Santa Cruz Island.
  • Dr. James Gibbs, Vice President of Science and Conservation at Galapagos Conservancy, noted that the Galapagos National Park and Ecuadorian authorities have been working diligently to prevent the illegal trafficking of Critically Endangered giant tortoises.
  • The Giant Tortoise Restoration Initiative is a collaborative effort of Galapagos Conservancy, Inc. and the Galapagos National Park Directorate.

Leatherback Asset Management Launches its First ETF

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Reptiles, Exchange-traded funds, Investment management, Leatherback sea turtle, ETF, Sea turtle, Hedge fund, Active management

Actively managed Leatherback Long/Short Alternative Yield ETF (LBAY) is overseen byportfolio manager and founder Michael Winter, a 20-year veteran of hedge funds, mutual funds

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  • Actively managed Leatherback Long/Short Alternative Yield ETF (LBAY) is overseen byportfolio manager and founder Michael Winter, a 20-year veteran of hedge funds, mutual funds
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Nov. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leatherback Asset Management , in partnership with Tidal ETF Services, is today launching its first Exchange-Traded Fund: the Leatherback Long/Short Alternative Yield ETF (LBAY).
  • Additionally, the Fund may write covered calls when Leatherback believes call premiums are attractive relative to the price of the underlying securities.
  • With LBAY, investors now have a powerful tool for adding alternative yield to their portfolios, guided by experienced active management.
  • The depth and breadth of the Leatherback Asset Management process is illustrated by the migration patterns of leatherback sea turtles, who swim over 10,000 miles per year and dive deeper than any known turtle.

Bison II’s Boomslang Pads Demonstrate Highly-Productive Niobrara Well Performance

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Oil well, Boomslang, Inventions, Science and technology, Reptiles

DENVER, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bison Oil & Gas Partners II, LLC (Bison II or the Company) today announced results from its Boomslang 14 A and B pads in the rural Baja area of Weld County, Colorado.

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  • DENVER, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bison Oil & Gas Partners II, LLC (Bison II or the Company) today announced results from its Boomslang 14 A and B pads in the rural Baja area of Weld County, Colorado.
  • The Boomslang A and B pad wells (average lateral length 7,750) produced a daily average of 625 barrels of oil equivalent (79% oil) in the first 180 days of production from multiple benches of the Niobrara formation in the DJ Basin, remarked David Gonzales, Bison II President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • In addition, these eight wells were drilled for less than $5 million per well on average.
  • To date, Bison has drilled and completed 22 wells in the Baja area and is currently drilling an eight-well development program on its Hale pad, with expected well costs to be approximately 15% less than the Boomslang wells.

Illinois official launches animated Iguana and song to ease concerns of children during Coronavirus scare

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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Lizards, Squamata, Albums, Yo, Iguana, Reptiles

The iguana appears on "Me and My Iguana," an online video produced by Pappas, Tim Maeder and Frank Lucas.

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  • The iguana appears on "Me and My Iguana," an online video produced by Pappas, Tim Maeder and Frank Lucas.
  • In the video, a child and an Iguana share activities that emphasizefriendship while a young voice sings the original kids tune, "Me and My Iguana."
  • The idea is for the electronic iguana to provide companionship and diversion to out-of-school children during the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Our electronic Iguana is polite and friendly, and an understanding companion to children who would rather be in school but can't."

Sea of Change Foundation Initiates “Build A Better Nest Box” Contest for Sea Turtles

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Monday, March 9, 2020
Foundation, Philanthropy, Environment, Turtles, Sea turtles, Pantestudines, Reptiles, Sea turtle, Wildlife conservation, Threats to sea turtles, Sea Turtle Conservancy

Over the past six years, the Sea of Change Foundation has supported endangered species conservation projects and promoted ocean pollution awareness.

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  • Over the past six years, the Sea of Change Foundation has supported endangered species conservation projects and promoted ocean pollution awareness.
  • The Build A Better Box Contest invites students and the general public to propose improved designs for sea turtle nesting boxes using sustainable materials.
  • Worldwide, many vulnerable sea turtles' nesting beaches are carefully managed to protect nests from poaching, rising sea levels and other threats.
  • About the Sea of Change Foundation: The Sea of Change Foundation funds conservation and research initiatives that directly impact the natural world we all love to enjoy and explore.