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Turtle travels 3,000 miles to reach IslandWednesday, June 10, 2015
A hawksbill turtle that was accidentally caught on a fishing line in St David’s had travelled more than 3,000 miles to get to Bermuda, The Royal Gazette has discovered.
Animals live long and prosper at Island zoo
Thursday, June 04, 2015
At 95 years old, Crooked Nose the Galapagos tortoise holds a unique record at the zoo.
The Bermuda Zoological Society plays an important role in the Conservation of Bermuda's Environment
Monday, June 01, 2015
For many years, the Bermuda Zoological Society (BZS) has filled a special role in promoting the conservation of Bermuda’s environment.
Reef Watch offers sea, sun and fun
Friday, May 29, 2015
Bermuda Zoological Society’s annual Reef Watch event is due to take place on the last Saturday of next month.
Quick-thinking pair save stricken turtle
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Animal welfare experts have praised the kind-hearted actions of members of the public that helped to save the life of a hawksbill turtle that swallowed a hook and fishing line.
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All the latest updates and news from the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo, one of Bermuda's leading visitor attractions!
Since July, the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] has had 15 longtails brought in for rehabilitation, thanks to calls from the public, including three adults and 12 chicks. To date, 10 have already been released, and one will be released soon.
“Most were found out on the water or washed up on beaches with broken or damaged wings, or in emaciated conditions”, a spokesperson said.
“Chicks are found more often than adults, because, unlike other kinds of birds, they are unable to ‘practice’ flying before their first trek out of the nest, leaving chicks that are not ready to fly yet at risk of falling to the water below.
“In Bermuda, Longtails are most affected by habitat destruction, usually through storm erosion”.
If you find an injured Longtail, contact BAMZ by calling 293-2727 and either bring the injured bird in, or the bird can then be collected by staff. Outside of BAMZ hours, you can contact Patrick Talbot, BAMZ Aquarium and Zoo Curator, on 734-1063.
[Photo courtesy of BAMZ]