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Trapped and alone… baby turtles get unexpected rescue

Watch this heartwarming video about efforts to protect and preserve two endangered sea turtle species that lay their eggs on Mediterranean beaches.
A small green sea turtle makes his way through the sand towards the sea after hatching from a nest at Palmachim beach. Photo by Mila Aviv/Flash90

Mediterranean green and loggerhead sea turtle species are endangered species due to pollution, overfishing and other manmade and environmental problems.

Watch how the Israel Nature and Parks Authority lovingly protects nests from predators and brings hatchlings to safety – even digging in the sand to find babies left behind.