Case Study - Operation Nyamba (Primary)

• Science
• Geography
• +4
• 4-6 Grade
• 6th,7th Grade

Introduction

This Case Study connects with our Lesson Plans: Sea Turtle Poaching. It focuses on our working to stop poaching of sea turtles in Mayotte.

SEA SHEPHERD CASE STUDY

OPERATION NYAMBA

Mayotte is an island in the Indian Ocean, located between Madagascar and Mozambique.

Green sea turtles returning to nesting beaches are under threat from poachers.

Hundreds of sea turtles are taken by poachers each year.

Working with locals to increase patrols and protection for Green sea turtles.

Why is it important to work with local people?

What species of sea turtle is being targeted by poachers?

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