Turtle

Question 1

Where was the 1st turtle festival held in India ?

Answer 1

Puri , Odisha

Question 2

Who organised this turtle festival ?

Answer 2

Cox and Kings foundation in association with Humane Society Intl / India and Action for Protection of Wild animals

Question 3

How much of the the worlds Olive ridley turtle does Odisha have ?

Answer 3

> 50%

Question 4

How much % of India’s turtle population does Odisha have ?

Answer 4

90%

Question 5

Which act protects sea turtles in India ?

Answer 5

Indian Wildlife Protection Act , 1972

Question 6

What are the 5 species of turtles in India ?

Answer 6

1) Leatherback —> Vulnerable
2) Loggerhead —> Endangered
3) Hawksbill —-> Critically endangered
4) Green turtle —> Endangered
5) Olive Ridley turtle —> Vunerable

Question 7

Where are Olive Ridley turtles found in the world ?

Answer 7

Warm waters of Pacific , Atlantic and Indian oceans

Question 8

What is the status of Olive Ridley in CITES ?

Answer 8

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