What happened to the injured turtle rescued in Dahanu?

The injured Olive Ridley turtle was rescued by fishermen, treated for months at a specialized center, and successfully released back into the Arabian Sea after recovery.

Why is satellite tagging a rescued turtle significant?

Satellite tagging rehabilitated turtles, like the one released from Dahanu, provides crucial data on their movements, feeding patterns, and migration routes in the wild.

Who supported the satellite tagging of the Dahanu turtle?

The satellite tagging operation was a collaborative effort involving the Dahanu forest division, Maharashtra mangrove cell, and the Wildlife Institute of India.

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Turtle Tagged, Released After Rescue on West Coast

22 Nov, 2025

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Summary

An injured Olive Ridley turtle was rescued by fishermen and rehabilitated.
The turtle was satellite-tagged for the first time on the West Coast.
Tracking will provide insights into rehabilitated turtle migration and behavior.

Turtle Tagged, Released After Rescue on West Coast

A significant milestone in marine conservation has been achieved on the west coast with the release of a satellite-tagged wild turtle. The adult female Olive Ridley, found entangled in a fishing net near Dahanu approximately three months ago, has made a full recovery after extensive treatment at the Dahanu Turtle Treatment Centre.

This landmark operation, supported by the Wildlife Institute of India, represents the first instance of a rescued and rehabilitated turtle being tagged with a satellite transmitter on the West Coast and specifically from Palghar district. The fishermen who initially rescued the turtle are credited for their careful handling and prompt handover to forest officials, preventing further injury.

The satellite tagging is crucial for understanding how these rehabilitated marine animals reintegrate into the wild. Scientists anticipate valuable data on Dhaval Lakshmi's migratory paths, feeding habits, and overall post-rehabilitation behavior, offering new insights into the conservation of Olive Ridleys along India's western coastline.