Endangered Arakan Forest Turtles Hatch at Tennessee Aquarium

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A bale of critically endangered Arakan forest turtles hatched at the Tennessee Aquarium, with all seven eggs successfully emerging. The species is endangered due to habitat destruction and illegal trafficking. The successful hatching is a positive step in preserving the population.

Key Points

  • All seven Arakan forest turtle eggs successfully hatched at Tennessee Aquarium
  • Species is endangered due to habitat destruction and illegal trafficking
  • Population in human care increasing to combat declining wild population

Pros

  • Successful hatching of critically endangered species
  • Increase in the population of Arakan forest turtles in AZA facilities
  • Efforts to preserve the species and distribute them to other zoos

Cons

  • Endangered status due to habitat destruction and illegal trafficking
  • Population decline of 80% over the last 75 years