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Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation And Research Center

Sri Lanka

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Five out of the seven species of sea turtle come ashore to nest in Sri Lanka. Making it an ideal country to go turtle watching

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation And Research Center

    Welcome to the Ahungalla Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Center. As you approach the entrance, you are immediately greeted by a remarkable architectural choice. …

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  2. 2The Hatchery and Egg Sandbeds

    Let us step towards the sandy enclosures, the very heart of the center's reproductive efforts. You will notice neatly organized patches of sand, resembling a meticulously tended garden. …

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  3. 3The Nursery Tanks

    Moving along, we arrive at the nursery tanks. Lean over the edge and observe the sheer kinetic energy of the hatchlings. …

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  4. 4Species Showcase and the Leatherback Model

    Let us now examine the educational exhibits and models before we meet the adult residents. Nearby, you will find an anatomically detailed cross section model of a female turtle. …

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  5. 5The Rehabilitation Pools

    We now arrive at perhaps the most sobering section of the center, the rehabilitation pools. The mood here is undeniably heavier. …

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  6. 6The Albino Enclosure

    Moving slightly away from the main hospital wing, we find a truly extraordinary sight, the enclosure of the Albino turtles. Look into the water and you will see animals that appear completely devoid of normal pigmentation,…

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  7. 7The Marine Aquarium

    Our final stop before concluding our tour is a surprising addition to the turtle center. It is a small but incredibly diverse marine aquarium located directly within the premises. …

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  8. 8Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation And Research Center

    As we conclude our journey through the Ahungalla Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Center, let us pause near the exit. You will notice the eco friendly decorations, constructed largely from recycled materials and themed…

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What is Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation And Research Center?

Ahungalla Sea Turtles Conservation And Research Center is a place in Sri Lanka with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationSri Lanka
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates6.3000, 80.0379
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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