Sea Turtle Conservation Center, Sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation center in Tai Mueang district, Thailand
The Sea Turtle Conservation Center is a marine turtle rescue and rehabilitation facility in the district of Tai Mueang, in Phang Nga province, Thailand. The site features tanks of different sizes housing turtles at various stages of recovery, connected by walkways with signs explaining the different species.
The center was established by the Royal Thai Navy to protect sea turtle species that migrate through Thai waters. Over time, its work expanded from basic care to include research and the release of recovered animals back into the sea.
The center has strong ties to local coastal communities, whose members have long played a role in protecting nesting sites. Visitors can hear firsthand stories from staff about how people in the area help care for turtles that come ashore.
The center is open to the public on selected days and during special events, so it is worth checking ahead before making the trip. Groups and schools can request a visit in advance to ensure a smooth arrival.
A nearby stretch of beach is a natural nesting site where sea turtles sometimes come ashore to lay eggs. Protecting these spots is a key part of what the center does, separate from the care given to animals inside.
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