The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) on Saturday launched the 2025 sea turtle nesting season at Fuwairit Beach. This is part of the ministry’s efforts to protect Qatar’s wildlife, especially endangered species such as the hawksbill sea turtle.
The hawksbill sea turtle is an important part of the environment and a sign of healthy seas. The project, which is now more than 20 years old, has helped release thousands of baby turtles back into the sea. Thanks to new care and hatching methods, more baby turtles are surviving.
Dr. Ibrahim Al Musallamani said that sea turtles come to the beaches of northern Qatar and nearby islands to lay their eggs every year from April to June. The baby turtles hatch after about two months. He also praised the beach clean-up efforts with Qatar University for helping to protect the turtles.
Teams are working to track turtles, collect data, and keep nesting sites safe and clean. Yousef Al Hamar, Director of Wildlife Development, said that the turtle project, which began in 2003, demonstrates the Ministry’s strong commitment to protecting nature in Qatar.
