Animal rescue efforts continue in Turkey

In Kocaeli’s Körfez district, a fisherman rescued a cat that had been injured by fishing tackle. The cat, which had a rapala lure embedded in its mouth and hind leg, was taken to a veterinarian by Berkay Ataş. Following medical treatment, the cat is reported to be in good condition and will be released back to its original location.

In İzmir, four caretta caretta sea turtles were released into the sea at Pamucak Beach in Selçuk after receiving treatment at the Sea Turtle Research, Rescue and Rehabilitation Center (DEKAMER). Bahattin Sürücü, President of the Association for the Protection of Ecosystems and Nature Lovers (EKODOSD), noted that the number of rehabilitated sea turtles returned to their natural habitats has now reached 408.

The release ceremony included representatives from Nature Conservation and National Parks and various biological experts. Officials stated that 18 more sea turtles are currently undergoing treatment at DEKAMER.