MEDIA
PRESS STATEMENTS
OCT 2021
Kapas Turtles joins with UMT & Seakeepers Asia
Kapas Turtles formed a partnership with the International Seakeepers Society Asia which, in turn, reached out for project support to the Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), famed for its expertise in marine biology.
Newsletter 2021
The Rise of Turtle Tourism
Dive into the 2021 issue of the SEATRU Newsletter and explore our featured article!
Discover the passion, dedication, and journey that launched our mission to protect and preserve sea turtles. Pok Roni’s inspiring journery.
The Malaysian Inside 2021
Pulau Kapas to be protected as turtle landing site
Rani emphasizes that development threatens the endangered turtle populations by destroying their natural nesting habitats. KT’s initiative underscores the critical need for legal protection of turtle nesting sites and against threats like harmful fishing practices.
27 January 2022
Turtles deaths will not stop unless we stop
25ᵀᴴ January saw the twelfth dead sea turtle found in Terengganu that year so far, compared to fifty-five the entirety of 2021. This raises critical concerns on the alarming number of turtle deaths recorded within such a short period.
FEB 2022
Petition for sea turtles death investigation
In Feberuary 2022, we took a step forward to call for proper comprehensive investigations to be conducted to find the cause of any stranded sea turtle deaths. The petition was launched to protect our sea turtles and our natural heritage, to inform others and encourage them to support our cause for future generations.
5 MAY 2023
#BOTB is back for a second year
The community event kicked off with a community beach clean-up and a talk on plastic pollution. The turtle sand sculpture contest took place, with the theme “Pelestarian
Terumbu Karang Demi Warisan Penyu/Preserving Reefs For Our Turtle Heritage.” Together, we can make a difference for sea turtles and their habitats.
29 May 2023
Companies support #BOTB Campaign
In a remarkable display of corporate responsibility and environmental stewardship, prominent
companies joined forces to support and fund the turtle conservation program called Bring Our Turtles
Back organized by International Seakeepers Society Asia, University Malaysia Terengganu, and Kapas Turtles.
December 2024
Turtle Conservation Faces Huge Challenges
The article “Turtle Conservation Faces Huge Challenges” by Celine Tay, published in Penang Monthly (December 2024), explores the complexities of sea turtle conservation in Malaysia, emphasizing the critical role of ecotourism partnerships.
A significant insight is the necessity for strong collaborations between conservation entities and local hoteliers to ensure the sustainability of their efforts through tourism support.
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On Behalf Of All The Sea Turtles & Future Generations That Will Benefit From Your Generosity,
We Thank You In Advance For Your Support