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    Turtles of Nicaragua

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    A hatch-ling turtle makes it down the beach to the water. While this turtle is lucky to make it this far there are still many dangers ahead for it. Surviving to adulthood is far from given. by: jessewillson Views[153] A ex poacher now employed by the Rancho Esperanza resort helps turtles from the nest to the ocean. While many efforts are made to help and protect the young turtles this local expert believes its important to let them A young girl girl tells her teacher why she will not eat turtle eggs while proudly showing her A tourist from New Zealand watches the surf at sunset from a restaurant deck. The surf, beaches, food and friendly locals make Jiquillio a perfect tourist destination. Fortunately the money that comes with them funds turtle conservation projects. by: jessewillson Views[194] A school boy waiting for the bus Jiquillio, Nicaragua. Poverty is a problem that only fuels the poaching of turtle eggs in Nicaragua. Education seeks to help break this cycle. by: jessewillson Views[356]
     

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    Sunday, 13 Jan 2013 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    I am a 27 year old photography student from New Zealand. My passion for photography began in 2007 when I landed a job in Cairns working as an underwater photographer. I have been obsessed ever since. As this is the final year of my degree, the thought ... Read more >
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