The Cabildo of Lanzarote, through the Accidental Wildlife Collection Service, under the Department of the Environment, returned to the sea last Friday, September 19, a loggerhead turtle that was found in March between the beaches of Cocoteros and Charco del Palo. This type of action reinforces awareness of marine conservation.
The animal had injuries to both front flippers and the left rear. After being transferred to a veterinary clinic for diagnosis, care and intervention, its left hind limb was amputated. After clinical treatment, it completed the recovery process until its return to the natural environment.
The Minister of the Environment, Samuel Martín, explains that it is a turtle that has gone through the veterinary process and has been recovering in the Costa Teguise aquarium to be returned to its natural habitat. “We still have another nine turtles that have been rescued,” he adds.
“This type of action not only contributes to the recovery of endangered species, but also raises awareness among the population of Lanzarote about the need to protect our marine environment,” he points out.
Number of rescues in the first semester of 2025
The Accidental Wildlife Collection Service has attended to a total of 120 animals of 30 different species from January to May of this year, with 90% being resident or migratory birds. Of this figure, a total of 13 loggerhead turtles and a lizard have been counted. Likewise, 46 living beings have returned to nature and 19 are still recovering in the facilities adapted for their subsequent return to their habitat.
The island corporation reminds that people who encounter an injured wild animal should call 696 733 177 for its subsequent collection and care.
