The leatherback turtle is the largest sea turtle ! With an average size of 1.5m (which can reach up to 2m) and its weight between 300 and 400kg on average (record 916kg), it is the most imposing of the sea turtles. Another impressive fact is that this turtle can go up to 1000m deep and […]
A look back at this week’s Fête de la Science in Tahiti and Moorea
Mauruuru to Institut Louis Malardé – ILM, CRIOBE, Université de la Polynésie française and Météo-France Polynésie française for opening their doors to schoolchildren, who were able to discover their establishments through animations and workshops. We’d also like to thank all the participants in Tuesday’s and Thursday’s conferences, as well as Vahine Ahu’ura RURUA, French Polynesia’s […]
A green turtle died on a beach in Moorea
A young green turtle, aged between 5 and 10 years, measuring 48 cm in shell length and weighing 9 kg, was found by Claude, a local resident of Maatea in Moorea, early in the morning on Wednesday, October 2. It was lying on the beach, lethargic and barely moving. Upon the arrival of Cécile, the […]
Did you know ?
Marine turtles play a key role in the marine ecosystem! They help maintain the balance of seagrass beds and coral reefs. By feeding on algae, they indirectly absorb the CO2 stored within. Healthy coral reefs are essential for many marine species and play an important role in biodiversity. Their protection is therefore crucial for preserving […]
Thanks to all of you
Many thanks for your support over the past 20 years! A look back in pictures at our open house held on Monday, September 23, 2024, exactly 20 years after Cécile Gaspar and Richard Bailey founded Te mana o te moana in 2004. Thank you all for coming, and a big thank you to our partners, […]
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