Is the Tide Turning for Sea Turtle Protection in California?

摘要

Endangered sea turtles: These graceful creatures have long fascinated people and for years the United States has played a lead role globally in their protection. But the tide could be turning. The government is now seemingly more interested in rolling back conservation measures than protecting the last of the sea turtles, particularly along the California coast. At a time when all seven species of sea turtles are considered endangered, and the Pacific leatherback sea turtle — more than 100 million years old — is on the verge of extinction, decisive action is needed to protect these species. And this has been the role that the United States once played.