• Five out of the seven marine turtle species around the world are listed as Endangered.
  • A female turtle can lay up to 120 eggs in one nest and can nest up to 3-4 times in one season.
  • This project is currently tracking 24 female Hawksbill turtles from UAE, Oman, Qatar and Iran.
  • Fishermen can now use turtle excluder devices to prevent accidental capture of marine turtles.

EWS-WWF has launched the Gulf Marine Turtle Conservation Project due to the significant threats marine turtles face and their declining population status with the overall goal to help conserve these ancient creatures in the region. To achieve our project goal we work closely with our partner organisations in countries across the Gulf.

Companies work with EWS-WWF not only to show leadership in environmental responsibility, but also because the respected name of EWS-WWF helps motivating and involving customers, business partners, and employees.

By sponsoring a turtle, your company can play an important role in the conservation of the marine turtles within the Gulf region, while receiving various communication benefits; such as recognition of your contribution on the project website and increased exposure in local media. 

Individuals have also the opportunity to help us raise awareness through our symbolic turtle adoption programme. These adoption packs, available at various outlets, can be a great and at the same time meaningful gift to friends and family.