Turtles are one of the dying out species on planet Earth that live in the deep oceans. They are believed to have been in existence from the time of dinosaurs that survived the meteorite strike which occurred 65 million years back in history. Turtles are known to travel thousands of miles across the ocean to visit the same nesting areas throughout their lifetime. However, due to the high percentage of predators including humans, the survival rate of turtle eggs and hatchlings are alarmingly low in number. This is where the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery comes in, playing a pivotal role in protecting turtle eggs from predators.
The hatchery is owned by a passionate turtle conservationist named Dudley; he and his team collect the eggs from locals, and help them hatch in protected areas before finally releasing the hatchlings back to the ocean at the right time. If you are a turtle lover, the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is one of the best attractions Sri Lanka has to offer that you can visit during your holiday on the island. For those staying at an accommodation option in Beruwela such as Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara, the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is a little less than 20 minutes by car travelling on Galle Road.
The Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is managed by locals with some help received from the international community including volunteers and financial assistance. These people work day and night devoting their time and effort to save the lives of turtles. During the day time, you can pay a visit to the place to see different types and sizes of turtles from tiny hatchlings to mature ones inside big water tanks. The names of different turtle species and their details are displayed on the wall for educational purpose. Some tanks have the names of the turtle species in them listed as well. The best part is releasing the tiny hatchlings that are ready to sea in the evenings, and you can be a volunteer in this whole process.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+
