This initiative enhances awareness regarding marine conservation and the care of injured wildlife, particularly vulnerable and endangered species
The Cabildo of Lanzarote, through the Wild Animal Rescue Service under the Department of the Environment, returned a loggerhead turtle to the sea on Friday, 19th September. The turtle was discovered in March between the beaches of Cocoteros and Charco del Palo. Such initiatives enhance awareness regarding marine conservation.
The animal exhibited injuries on both front flippers and the left hind flipper. Following its transport to a veterinary clinic for diagnosis and care, its left hind limb was amputated. After clinical treatment, it completed the recovery process before being returned to its natural habitat.
Samuel Martín, the Counsellor for the Environment, explained that this turtle had undergone veterinary procedures and had been recuperating in the aquarium of Costa Teguise prior to its return to its natural habitat. “We still have another nine rescued turtles,” he added.
“Such actions not only contribute to the recovery of endangered species, but also raise awareness among the Lanzarote population about the need to protect our marine environment,” he remarked.
Number of rescues in the first half of 2025
From January to May this year, the Wild Animal Rescue Service has attended to a total of 120 animals across 30 different species, with 90% being resident or migratory birds. Of this number, there were 13 loggerhead turtles and one black lizard. Additionally, 46 living beings have returned to the wild, while 19 are still recovering in facilities adapted for their eventual return to their habitat.
The island corporation reminds individuals encountering injured wildlife to call 696 733 177 for subsequent collection and care.
