Olive Ridley Turtle

Mass hatching of Olive Ridley turtles has begun at Odisha’s Rushikulya rookery (near Ganjam district).

Olive Ridley Turtle

The coast of Odisha in India is the largest mass nesting site for the Olive-ridley, followed by the coasts of Mexico and Costa Rica.

Key Points

The Olive ridley turtles are the smallest and most abundant of all sea turtles found in the world.

Protection Status:

IUCN Red List: Vulnerable

CITES: Appendix I

Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972: Schedule I