Started two decades ago, it remains the only periodical of its kind. Throughout the world, scientists and non-scientists alike rely on this humble but highly acclaimed publication for timely information concerning the biology, conservation, management, legal status and survival prospects of all species of endangered and threatened sea turtles.
Sea turtles spend their lives at sea, but they depend on beaches to incubate their eggs.
All species are exposed to direct and indirect harvest throughout their ranges, as well as to serious coastal habitat degradation and loss. Free and timely publication contribute to the vital role that the Newsletter plays in sea turtle conservation in many developing nations. Because most sea turtles are globally distributed and all are highly migratory, international availability ensures an open line of communication among scientists, conservationists, and policy-makers in multiple range states. The Newsletter is supported entirely by donations. In addition to the exchange of technical information, the Newsletter provides a means of alerting the global research and conservation community to serious threats facing remaining sea turtle stocks that demand swift and informed action by readers.