THE Environment and Re-
source Authority announced on
Tuesday the first turtle hatch-
lings of the summer emerged
from their nest in Ġnejna.
Volunteers guarding the nest
counted 26 loggerhead hatch-
lings emerging from their nest.
The eggs were the first to be
laid during nesting season last
June. The mother had been
microchipped and was named
Grace.
Last year, Malta saw a record of
eight turtle nests on its beaches
which released just over 400 ba-
by turtles into the wild.
"As the nests will now start
hatching, we remind everyone
visiting the beaches to take
care of the nests and respect
the rules of the site. Lights and
noise should be kept low near
the nesting areas," ERA said.
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maltatoday | WEDNESDAY • 30 JULY 2025
NEWS
KARL
AZZOPARDI
kazzopardi@mediatoday.com.mt
First turtle
hatchlings of the
summer emerge
from Gnejna nest
26 loggerhead turtle hatchlings emerge
from nest in Ġnejna in the night
between Monday and Tuesday
Turtle hatchlings emerge from Gnejna nest
