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Marine debris threatens sea turtles on Israel's shores: SeaWatch app seeks to help

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A young green sea turtle, named 'Oriyan,' was found on Israel's shores suffering from injuries caused by entanglement in a plastic bag. The animal was reported using the SeaWatch app, which automatically alerted the National Sea Turtle Rescue Center. Volunteers stayed with the turtle until it was collected and taken for treatment. The incident highlights the ongoing threat that marine debris poses to sea turtles along Israel's coastline.

Original article source: https://www.ynetnews.com/environment/article/hkddxg30el
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