June 2025 – TRNC Steps Up Turtle Protection
Northern Cyprus has increased efforts to protect endangered sea turtles. Local authorities, conservation groups, and volunteers are collaborating more closely than ever to monitor nesting beaches and safeguard hatchlings.

Feb 2025 – Turtles Shift Nesting Schedules Due to Climate Change
Recent research shows green and loggerhead turtles are starting their nesting season earlier each year. This shift helps them avoid high sand temperatures that can reduce hatching success.

Aug 24, 2025 – Public Turtle Release Events Announced
Two beaches in Northern Cyprus will host free public events to release baby sea turtles into the Mediterranean. The first site is near the Alagadi Turtle Paradise Restaurant & Bar (excavation at 18:00, release at 19:00), followed by a release at Akdeniz Caretta Beach at 19:15.

Sep 2025 – Last Public Release of the Season at Alagadi
The final public turtle release ceremony of the season will take place at Alagadi. Residents and visitors are encouraged to come and witness the moment hatchlings head toward the sea.

Ongoing – Marine Turtle Conservation Project (MTCP) Update
MTCP continues year after year to monitor and protect nests in Northern Cyprus. This program is a collaboration between the Society for the Protection of Turtles (SPOT) and the University of Exeter, among others.