A total of 216 olive ridley sea turtles were released into the sea in Ligao City, Albay.
At least 127 hatchlings were released in Barangay Cabarian while 108 were released in Barangay Catburawan.
The monitoring and nurturing of the turtle eggs spanned two months, according to Bob Porcalla, the Environmentalist Officer of the local government in Ligao City.
Olive Ridley turtles are considered endangered species.
LGU encourages residents to be stewards of the environment and protect wildlife species to maintain a balanced ecosystem.
On January 11, 2024, at least 84 babies of the same species were released in the shores of Barangay Catburawan, Ligao City
