zakynthos- Conservation
zakynthos- Conservation
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Mediterranean Marine Life Center
Mediterranean Marine Life Center
A Sea Turtle Rescue and Education Center
A Sea Turtle Rescue and Education Center
This center works to protect the the endangered Mediterranean Loggerhead Sea Turtle, Caretta Caretta, on the island of Zakynthos. They especially focus on researching, monitoring , and educate vistors about the turtles. It's location near Gerakas beach, a popular nesting beach for turtles, means it has several vistors each year.
The center has an ongoing petition to help protect turtles!
Sand erosion is a major problem at beachs. These sand showers help the sand get back to the beaches.
The center has many signs that give vistors suggestions about how to enjoy Zakynthos without harming the enviroment.
In addition to signs, the center houses several rescued animals in tanks.
Zakynthos Marine Park
Zakynthos Marine Park
Zakynthos’ Marine Park was created in 1999 and is located on on the southern coast of the island. This area has many features of the Mediterranean ecosystem, including sandy beaches, rocky areas, and sandy dunes. You can also find pine forests, farmland, and many plants. Its main goal is to protect the special animals that live in the southern part of the island and the most important animals they protect are the Caretta-Caretta turtles and the Mediterranean Monk seals. This park is quite large and contains several public beaches. It is important to consider the wildlife that live in the area when visiting the beaches and coastline.
Olive Groves of Zakynthos
Olive Groves of Zakynthos
One of the main income sources (pre-tourism) in Zakynthos is olive oil. The island has over 2 million olive oil trees and creates approximlatey 7,000 tons of oil a year. Olive oil production is a point of pride in Zakythnos and many families have their own special blends. The groves are protected and help conserve the local tradititon and history of Zakynthos.
Zakythnos has a rich olive oil history and has a couple of museums that celebrate and perserve that history.
Olive oil machines throughout the ages!
A few of the 2 million olive trees on Zakynthos!
PXL_20240809_092949315.TS.mp4A video of the olive oil tour and factory!
Signs Around Zakynthos
Signs Around Zakynthos
Zakynthos is one of the main Greek Islands visted by Europreans. It is particular popular with British youth during the summer months. The island has several signs designed to help protect the local wildlife and environmental areas.
Next Steps For Zakynthos Conservation
Next Steps For Zakynthos Conservation
Local residents in Zakynthos believe that the island could do better with helping protect their home. Some of these things include:
Installing permanent umbrellas at beaches, like those in Athens, to prevent turtle nests from being destroyed
Making better use of the environmental fee that hotels and resorts charge
Stopping firework displays that confuse baby turtles
Spay and neuter cats to help keep the stray population down
Find alternative methods to the individually wrapped utensil sets provided at restaurants
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