Poaching of turtles

1. Poaching

2. What is poaching?
 Poaching is when someone Illegally
hunts or catches animals on land
that is not their own or land that is
under official protection.

3. Turtle Poaching:
 Despite laws protecting sea turtles in most countries, the
illegal trade of eggs, meat, and shells of turtles continues
to be a threat.
 In many parts of the world, these animals are collected
for their meat and eggs which people eat.
 In many countries, the trade of turtle eggs is a big
industry that provides money to many people.
 In other parts of the world, including some island
nations, sea turtles are used for ceremonial purposes.
 Their shells and skins are also used to make a variety of
objects like jewelry, sun glasses, instruments, and wall
hangings.

4. Turtle Skelton