Sea Turtle Tracking in Oman
A project of Environment Society of Oman - MECA in conjunction with the partners and sponsors detailed below.
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| Name | Species | Life Stage | Release Date | Last Location | Days Transmitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mi-Ok (OM) | Hawksbill | Adult | 2012-04-21 | 2012-12-18 | 241 |
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Introduction
The Environment Socity of Oman (ESO), in collaboration with the Oman Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA) have collaborated over the years with numerous scientists and agencies who have helped determine habitat use by sea turtles.
In this new project sponsored by City Neon, we are tracking post-nesting sea turtles as they leave thier nesting beaches in order to determine their migration routes and subsequent feeding grounds, so that we are in a better position to implement targetted and effective conservation actions.
Project Partners
This project in Oman has been supported by City Neon for the specific purpose of raising awareness about turtles in Oman during Expo 2012 an international exposition to be held in Yeosu, South Korea from May 12 to August 12, 2012. The theme of the Expo is 'The Living Ocean and Coast' with sub-themes of 'Preservation and Sustainable Development of the Ocean and Coast', 'New Resources Technology', and 'Creative Marine Activities'.The Yeosu Expo is anticipating participation of more than 100 countries and international organizations, and 8 million visitors.
The Ministry of Climate Affairs is keen to promote environmental awareness and enhance the concepts and requirements for dealing with the environment and climate affairs at all levels and support the principles of sustainable development through managing, following up implementation, and evaluation of the Climatic Affairs, in addition to ensuring the safety of the environment and combating pollution and preserve the ecological balance in the context of sustainable development goals, and develop business relationships of environmental and climatic areas between the Sultanate and other countries and to find areas of cooperation with the agencies and specialized organizations, and participation in international and regional conferences concerned in the environment and climate.
The Environment Society of Oman was founded in March 2004 by Omanis representing different regions and many different professional backgrounds. Membership is open to anyone above the age of 18 who has an interest in conserving the environment and ensuring that Oman's natural heritage remains intact for future generations to enjoy.
Project Sponsors
Cityneon is a leading service provider of exhibitions, events, thematics and interior architectures in Asia and the Middle East, listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange since 2005. Their clientele includes some of the world's most renowned multi-national corporations and respectable state government agencies.
