First Hawksbill turtles hatch on Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat beach

The successful hatching of the first Hawksbill turtle nest has taken place on Saadiyat Beach, Abu Dhabi this year, according to the Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC).

The tourism master developer has announced that over 80 baby turtles emerged from the nest, which is located next to the Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas on Saadiyat Beach.

Dr Nathalie Staelens, head of environmental services at TDIC, said: “We are very happy that the eggs – which are from this season’s first batch – have hatched safely. The annual return of the endangered turtles is a testament to TDIC’s commitment to ensuring they are able to nest safely while more hotel developments are taking place along the beach line.”

The Hawksbill turtles are listed as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List, and TDIC said it has taken serious steps to guarantee that they can safely return to Saadiyat to lay their eggs during their nesting season between March and June.

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First Hawksbill turtles hatch on Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat beach