Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Injured and Deceased Olive Ridley Turtles Found on Agonda Beach
Imagine two sea turtles called Olive Ridleys.
Sadly, one turtle was found dead on the beach.
People found it in the morning and told the forest people, who buried it.
Another turtle was found later that day with boo-boos on its legs and flippers.
The rescuers took it to a special animal hospital to help it get better.
The helpers think the hurt turtle might have bumped into a fishing net or boat.
The helpers are caring for the hurt turtle, hoping it will feel better soon.
A dead, decomposed Olive Ridley turtle was found on Agonda beach on Monday morning.
Lifeguards reported the deceased turtle to the Goa Standing Network.
Forest staff buried the deceased turtle after veterinary inspection.
Another Olive Ridley turtle was found on Agonda beach on Monday afternoon.
The injured turtle was taken to the Benaulim veterinary hospital for care.
- Who
- Lifeguards, veterinary doctor, forest staff.
- What
- Two Olive Ridley turtles were found on Agonda beach, one dead and one injured.
- When
- Monday morning and afternoon.
- Where
- Agonda beach, Canacona.
- Why
- The injured turtle may have been hurt by fishing nets or a vessel fan.
- Location
- Agonda, Canacona
- Time of Discovery (Decomposed Turtle)
- Monday morning
- Injuries (Live Turtle)
- Injuries to hind legs and flippers
- Location of Injured Turtle
- Benaulim veterinary hospital