Endangered sea turtles make a comeback in over half of global habitats

According to a new global survey published on Endangered Species Research journal, population of sea turtle have shown signs of recovery in majority of places where they are found worldwide. This image captured loggerhead turtle swimming in Belize. It falls in the vulnerable category. (Image: AP)

This is a close-up image of a leatherback turtle captured in Trinidad. The study looked at 48 species of sea turtles around the world measuring the impact of threats. In more than half of the areas studied, overall, threats are declining. (Image: AP)

This image showed a young sea turtle captured in Guyana. On an average, sea turtles' natural lifespan is estimated to be 50-100 years. Despite being protected under US Endangered Species Act, 1973, it took a few decades to conserve their population. (Image: AP)

This image captured loggerhead sea turtle gliding through the water. One of the longest migratory marine animals, they travel for thousands of miles between feeding and nesting areas. They are known for their big heads and powerful jaws. (Image: AP)

This image captured young Olive Ridley turtle who likely just hatched and beginning its journey. They are among the smallest sea turtles and are distinctive due to their olive colour. They have relatively round and smooth shell. (Image: AP)

This image captured a leatherback turtle resting on a beach. Their population is declining and they are in worse conditions than other species. Globally, leatherbacks are considered vulnerable to extinction, but many groups are critically endangered, according to the IUCN. (Image: AP)

This image showed a young leatherback turtle hatchling as it climbs a sandy slope on the beach, likely making its first journey towards the sea. They are famous for making the longest known marine migrations of any animal with some individuals swimming as many as 5,955 kilometres. (Image: AP)

This image featured a mass nesting event known as arribada (Spanish word meaning 'arrival by the sea') where hundreds of olive ridley turtles are seen in a beach in La Escobilla, Mexico. They are usually found in beaches of India, Costa Rica and Mexico. (Image: AP)

This underwater image captured Hawksbill sea turtle navigating across the coral reefs in the deep seas of Indonesia. They are known for their pointed beak, brown shell plates and helps in maintaining the health of coral reefs. (Image: AP)