The commitment to sea turtle conservation in Serangan Island, Bali, continues to grow stronger. Known as a natural habitat for endangered sea turtles, the island saw over 7,600 turtle eggs discovered and protected in the past year.  

From that number, around 4,000 eggs successfully hatched into baby turtles (tukik) and were released back into their natural habitat. PT Bali Turtle Island Development (BTID) has played a key role in supporting these efforts, helping protect marine life and ecosystems in Serangan.  

According to I Wayan Indra Lesmana, Head of the Turtle Conservation and Education Center (TCEC) Serangan, the beaches within the Kura Kura Bali area are vital nesting grounds. All monitoring activities are carried out in coordination with BTID and local security due to ongoing development in the area. “We can’t enter freely due to project activities, but BTID has always been cooperative. Once we apply for conservation access, it’s granted quickly,” he said.  

TCEC regularly monitors the beach area inside and around the Special Economic Zone (KEK). If turtle eggs are found in risky areas, they are relocated to a conservation hatchery. If the beach is deemed safe, the eggs are left to hatch naturally.  

Most nesting turtles in Serangan are olive ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea), green (Chelonia mydas), and hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata). Their continued return supports both biodiversity and the local economy.  

Lesmana emphasized that the success of turtle conservation depends on strong collaboration between BTID, the government, Serangan Traditional Village, and the local community. He hopes Serangan will remain a safe and sustainable home for turtles for years to come.  

Conservation here not only protects endangered species but also preserves the island’s ecosystem and cultural heritage deeply tied to the sea.  

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