Asian forest turtles, which were previously considered extinct, take the first steps in their revival in the Bangladesh Reserve. The population of these turtles decreased sharply due to the destruction of their environment and poaching. Seven years ago, the species was recognized as missing, but the locals found newborn turtles and reported nature defenders.
It is once widespread in the dense tropical forests of Bangladesh, Burma and Thailand, these forest turtles have lost their numbers. Specialists in the wild are taking measures to restore their population, and two years ago they brought two adult males to the forest reserve north of Dakka to carry out a program of removal in captivity. This initiative has led to the birth of 46 babies, 41 of whom survived - a significant success to save the species from extinction.
Although the breeding program is successful, nature defenders warn that newborn release into the wild does not guarantee the sustainable survival of the species. Local tribes are now planned to participate in preserving these rare animals, hoping for success in preserving their population.
