Olive Ridley hatchlings run the gauntlet at Gahirmatha Sanctuary

Millions of newborn turtles started their journey from nests to the sea April 25, 2021 at the marine sanctuary in Odisha
Olive Ridley turtle hatchlings move towards the sea after emerging from their nests April 25, 2021 at the Nasi-1 and Nasi-2 islands of the Gahirmatha marine sanctuary in Odisha. This is an annual sight at Gahirmatha, known as the world’s largest rookery of the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles. It is located within Bhitarkanika National Park of Kendrapara district. Photo: Ashis Senapati
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