Practical videos for turtle rescue activities.

LIFE OASIS - Video Tutorial: Safe Rescue and Handling Protocols for Entangled Sea Turtles (Caretta caretta) Description: This video tutorial provides standardized, step-by-step procedures for the safe rescue, handling, and first-aid stabilization of sea turtles (Caretta caretta) found entangled in marine litter or fishing gear, specifically Abandoned, Lost or Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG). Produced as part of the LIFE OASIS project (LIFE23-NAT-ES-LIFEOASIS - 101148343), this resource is a key deliverable of Work Package 4 (Sea Turtle Rescue Stakeholder Engagement). It is specifically designed for fishers, navigators, and maritime authorities operating in the Mediterranean hotspots of the Balearic Islands, Sicily, and Malta. Key Topics Covered: Identification of entanglement risks in aFAD fisheries. Safe retrieval techniques to minimize further injury to the animal and ensure crew safety. Protocols for on-board stabilization and hydration. Coordination with regional stranding networks and recovery centers. Objective: The goal of this tutorial is to reduce post-release mortality and enhance the conservation status of loggerhead turtles, a priority species under Annex II of the Habitats Directive, by fostering best practices among maritime stakeholders.