Turtle Foundation

Turtle Foundation The Turtle Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and conserving endangered sea turtles and their habitats.

The Turtle Foundation is an internationally recognized, non-profit foundation for the protection and conservation of endangered sea turtles. The Turtle Foundation currently operates conservation projects for sea turtles in Cape Verde and in Indonesia. Our projects are financed by donations. Help us and support our work for endangered sea turtles with your donation! Die Turtle Foundation ist eine s

taatlich anerkannte, gemeinnützige Stiftung zum Schutz und Erhalt der vom Aussterben bedrohten Meeresschildkröten. Die Turtle Foundation unterhält derzeit bedeutende Schutzprojekte für Meeresschildkröten auf den Kapverden und in Indonesien. Unsere Projekte werden durch Spenden finanziert. Hilf mit und unterstütze unsere Arbeit für bedrohte Meeresschildkröten mit deiner Spende!

Sea Turtle Week is coming! 🐢Next week, from June 8th to June 16th, we'll be celebrating Sea Turtle Week: starting with W...
02/06/2026

Sea Turtle Week is coming! 🐢

Next week, from June 8th to June 16th, we'll be celebrating Sea Turtle Week: starting with World Ocean Day on the 8th and ending with World Sea Turtle Day on the 16th.

Throughout the week, we'll introduce a different sea turtle species each day and take a closer look at the challenges these incredible animals face in the wild.

From pollution and industrial fishing to climate change and turtleshell trade, each post will highlight a threat affecting sea turtles. While each threat will be featured alongside a specific species, these challenges affect all sea turtle species around the world.

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of sea turtles and learn why their conservation matters for the future of our oceans.

Which species are you most excited to learn about? 💙🐢

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Join our sea turtle conservation mission on Boa Vista and become part of a dedicated international team working to prote...
28/05/2026

Join our sea turtle conservation mission on Boa Vista and become part of a dedicated international team working to protect endangered loggerhead sea turtles during the upcoming nesting season.

From night patrols on remote beaches to unforgettable sunrises by the ocean, every moment at our Lacacão Camp is an extraordinary experience. You’ll contribute directly to research, conservation, and hatchery work while living close to nature and connecting with people from all over the world.

If you’re passionate about marine conservation, ready for an adventure, and eager to make a real impact, we’d love to welcome you to our team. Don’t miss your chance - only a few volunteer spots remain for this season on Boa Vista.

📍 Boa Vista, Cabo Verde
📅 Stay minimum one month from July to September
🌍 International volunteers welcome

Ready to make a real difference for sea turtles?
Visit our website for all details and to apply.

22/05/2026

Based on true events. 🐢
What scares you the most?

Our May wishlist!🐢For a healthier planet, thriving nature, and protected wildlife.What’s on your May wishlist?··ocean co...
13/05/2026

Our May wishlist!🐢
For a healthier planet, thriving nature, and protected wildlife.
What’s on your May wishlist?
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ocean conservation · wildlife protection · nature · turtles · sustainability


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06/05/2026

Because turtles make everything better 🐢

The Leatherback nesting season in Sumatra, Indonesia has come to an end, with only a few final nests remaining in the ha...
29/04/2026

The Leatherback nesting season in Sumatra, Indonesia has come to an end, with only a few final nests remaining in the hatchery, which are about to hatch.

This year, we recorded a total of 323 leatherback turtle nests across our project sites:

177 on Simeulue
109 on Nias
19 on Sipora
18 on Salaut Besar

Each nest contributes valuable data to learn more about the data-deficient subpopulation of leatherback sea turtles in the Northeastern Indian Ocean.

Together, we continue to protect the future of these remarkable turtles.🐢

22/04/2026

Today is Earth Day. 🌍
A reminder that this planet is still worth protecting.
Sea turtles have been here for millions of years — and they still call this place home. 🐢
Let’s protect what we love.
Join us and help us protect our planet. Give wildlife a real chance.

Do you remember the Leatherbacks Yuli and Fitri?A few months ago, in January, we equipped four nesting leatherback turtl...
16/04/2026

Do you remember the Leatherbacks Yuli and Fitri?

A few months ago, in January, we equipped four nesting leatherback turtles with satellite transmitters on the island of Simeulue, Indonesia - naming them after some of our dedicated team members.

While two of the trackers unfortunately stopped transmitting shortly after deployment, we’re excited to share that the other two - Yuli & Fitri - are still sending data. Since tagging, they have been steadily swimming westward and are now crossing the vast Indian Ocean, passing the Maldives and likely heading toward the African coast.

Each signal we receive gives us a rare glimpse into their migration routes, helping us identify critical habitats and strengthen conservation strategies for this vulnerable population.

These insights are incredibly valuable — every kilometer tracked brings us closer to protecting these ancient travelers.
Follow us to see where they will swim next!

⚠️ Important note:
All tagging procedures are carried out exclusively by trained researchers for scientific and conservation purposes. The transmitters are attached in a way that does not interfere with the turtles’ natural behavior. As always, we aim to minimize disturbance by using low-impact methods and working within a very limited time window during nesting.

This work is conducted in collaboration with & and is supported by the UK Government through the Darwin Initiative and other donors.

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10/04/2026

Let the ocean calm your mind.

A stranded whale is moving all of Germany right now — and it’s a tragedy when something like this happens in the Baltic ...
02/04/2026

A stranded whale is moving all of Germany right now — and it’s a tragedy when something like this happens in the Baltic Sea.

Unfortunately for us, it’s nothing new: at our project site on Boa Vista, we witness whale strandings every year. It’s a harsh reality that rarely makes headlines, yet happens far too often. But behind these incidents lie larger issues: human impact, marine pollution, and especially waste like fishing nets from industrial fishing that endangers wildlife — whales, turtles, and countless other species.

We don’t want to stand by and watch. That’s why we regularly organize beach cleanups to reduce the amount of waste reaching the ocean. And last year, we took another important step by completing a whale rescue training program — so we’re prepared to act if the moment comes again.

Because while a stranded whale captures our attention for a moment, the underlying problem is a constant threat. And so is our commitment to do something about it.
Support our cause and help us protect marine life. Every action makes a difference.

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An Der Eiche 7a
Cologne
50678

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Montag 10:00 - 17:00
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Mittwoch 10:00 - 17:00
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