In this photo by Firdia Lisnawati, baby sea turtles wait to be released into the ocean on the resort island of Bali, Indonesia. Baby turtles wait to be released into the ocean in Bali, Indonesia, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. About 1000 baby turtles were released in an event held to celebrate the 71st anniversary of the country’s independence. (AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati) Local people released about 1,000 baby turtles on the beach sand Tuesday at an event to celebrate the 71st anniversary of Indonesia’s independence. Indonesians release baby turtles into the ocean in Bali, Indonesia, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. About 1000 baby turtles were released in an event held to celebrate the 71st anniversary of the country’s independence. (AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati) Several sea turtle species live in Indonesian waters, and their meat has been eaten as a traditional delicacy. To save the turtles, Indonesia has banned their trade and [...]
