Bureaucrat Shares Video Of Ancient Turtle Species, Dating Back To The Time Of Dinosaurs

Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Supriya Sahu recently shared a heartening update on Tamil Nadu's efforts to safeguard Olive Ridley turtles.?

What are Olive Ridley turtles?

Video shows Olive Ridleys being gently released into the sea in Chennai | Image: X

Through a captivating video, officer documented the remarkable journey of newly hatched Olive Ridleys being gently released into the sea in Chennai.?

In a detailed post on social media platform X, Sahu highlighted the ancient lineage of this species, tracing back over 200 million years to the era of dinosaurs.?

She shared fascinating insights about the hatchlings, including their use of a temporary "egg tooth" to crack open their shells.?

Eggs typically hatch within 45-60 days, with the hatchlings emerging from the sand, led by their instinct to dig out with their heads first.?

Additionally, these tiny turtles carry a yolk sac on their bellies, providing vital nutrients for their initial swim and journey back into the ocean.?

Who shared the video on social media?

"Goose bumps to see these tiny baby turtles making their first voyage into the sea from our Forest Department Olive ridley turtle hatchery at the Besant Nagar Beach in Chennai. To realise that these turtle species date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago is startling. So many incredible facts about these brave babies that will leave you speechless. Hatchlings use a temporary "egg tooth" or carbuncle to break open the shell. Eggs usually hatch in 45-60 days and babies emerge digging through the sand when their head comes out first. They also have a yolk sac on their belly to provide nutrients for them to swim and travel when released back into the sea. Miracle of nature truly," she wrote on X.?

How did people on the internet react?

Sahu's post sparked a range of reactions from online users, with many expressing awe and appreciation for the natural wonders depicted.?

One user expressed hopes for the safety and health of the hatchlings in their oceanic habitat, while another praised the informative narration.?

Overall, the post underscored the miraculous nature of these ancient creatures and the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve their existence. Check the video here.

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