Marine turtles face numerous threats, including climate change, fisheries bycatch, pollution, coastal development, and habitat loss. As highly migratory species, they serve as effective flagship species for conservation measures that benefit broader marine ecosystems. This dissertation evaluates the effectiveness of targeted conservation strategies for leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), and green turtles (Chelonia mydas) across Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador. …
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