Watch: Turtle Spotted ‘Struggling’ Near St Paul’s Bay
A turtle was spotted in the sea near St Paul’s Bay, with onlookers believing the turtle was “struggling” to breathe.
The footage was taken at around 6pm about two kilometres out of St Paul’s Bay, with onlookers trying to follow and continue observing the turtle before it went under.
“It’s alive, but it’s struggling,” one person who spotted the turtle told Lovin Malta.
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Boat owners and fishermen finding injured turtles are urged to report to Nature Trust by calling 9999 9505 and remain with the turtle until help arrives.
Anyone who wants to help turtles under rehab or wildlife rescues can also adopt a turtle and can write to Nature Trust at [email protected].
Find out everything you need to do should you ever come across a wild turtle in potential danger by checking out our guide here.
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