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One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Bali, Indonesia on October 13, 2026. Newest first.
Green sea turtles are endangered and protected under Indonesian and international law, but are still poached for meat and shells.
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Indonesian authorities released 20 protected green sea turtles into the sea off Bali after finding them on an abandoned smugglers' boat last week.
Why it matters: The rescue highlights efforts against wildlife trafficking that threatens endangered marine species.
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Indonesian authorities returned 20 protected green sea turtles to the sea off Bali. The turtles had been seized last week from an empty boat abandoned by wildlife smugglers.
Why it matters: The release is a small win against the illegal trade threatening an endangered marine species.
Sources: AP · See it on the globe