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Rare giant leatherback turtle found dead on Italian beach
Original: tartaruga gigante
An extremely rare giant leatherback turtle has been found dead at the Feniglia nature reserve on the Tuscan coast in Italy. According to local reports, the animal became entangled in fishing nets and was dragged ashore by the current. The death of such an uncommon sea turtle is drawing attention in Italy and raising concern about fishing bycatch.
Why now: The rare death of a giant leatherback turtle is drawing public attention and concern about threats to endangered sea life.
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Evidence
- Tartaruga liuto rarissima morta alla Feniglia: «Impigliata nelle reti e trascinata a riva dalla corrente» · Il Messaggero
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