The road ahead
The last 10 years offer a mixed but hopeful picture. While several populations have shown remarkable resilience, especially where conservation measures have been enforced, the overarching threat of climate change and marine pollution loom large. The continued success of sea turtle conservation will depend on sustained global collaboration. This includes strengthening international partnerships, expanding research into emerging threats, and building greater climate change resilience into conservation strategies. The positive population trends demonstrate that, with concerted effort, it is possible for these ancient mariners to recover, but complacency cannot be afforded.