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Indonesia Seizes Hundreds of Snake Skins & Turtles in Wildlife ... 97 Wildlife Smuggling Intercepted at Indonesian Port of Bakauheni Indonesian authorities have seized a significant quantity of illegal wildlife products at the Port of Bakauheni in Lampung province, highlighting the ongoing challenge of wildlife trafficking in the region. The haul included hundreds of python skins and dozens of live turtles, intended for shipment to other islands in Indonesia. Details of the Seizure On an unspecified evening, officials from the Lampung Naval Base, the Lampung Animal, Fish, and Plant Quarantine Agency, and the South Lampung Police intercepted a vehicle attempting to enter the Port of Bakauheni. A search revealed 445 python skins concealed within three large boxes, along with five baskets containing both local and African tortoises [3] . A monitor lizard and three betta fish were similarly discovered, but lacked the necessary documentation for legal shipment [1] . Concerns Over Public Health and Ecosystems Donni Muksydayan, Head of Lampung Quarantine, described the smuggling attempt as a “serious violation.” He emphasized the potential for uninspected animal carriers to transmit dise…

Bali's Jembrana Police foil sea turtle smuggling attempt Please Update your browser Your browser is out of date, and may not be compatible with our website. A list of the most popular web browsers can be found below.Just click on the icons to get to the download page. Can't find what you're looking for? Can't find what you're looking for? Police in Bal's western regency of Jembrana have foiled yet another attempt to smuggle green sea turtles, rescuing two males and three females of the protected marine species. embrana Police have rescued several green sea turtles from an attempt to smuggle the endangered marine animals in Bali’s western regency. “We managed to secure a total of five sea turtles. We are still chasing the perpetrator, whose identity is already known to us,” Jembrana Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr. Endang Tri Purwanto said on Saturday in the regency capital Negara, as quoted by Antara News. Tri said officers from Jembrana’s water police unit received a tip-off on Friday about an attempt to smuggle sea turtles through Gilimanuk subdistrict, Melaya district. Gilimanuk is one of the main entry points to Bali via ferry services to and from Banyuwangi, East Java. Po…

Bali Police Bust Turtle Smuggling, One Found Butchered Confiscated green sea turtles from an attempted smuggling operation are now housed at KPP Kurma Asih, Perancak Village, Jembrana, for rehabilitation before release. NEGARA–Authorities in Bali have thwarted an attempt to smuggle six green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) from Java to Bali, with one of the turtles tragically found butchered. The illegal wildlife trade attempt was uncovered in Gilimanuk, Jembrana, during a pre-dawn operation on Saturday (15/3). Jembrana Police’s Water and Air Police Unit (Sat Polairud) intercepted the smuggling after receiving intelligence on Friday (14/3) about a planned turtle trafficking operation along the Gilimanuk coast. Acting on this tip-off, officers spotted a suspicious man transporting a wooden cart with a Yamaha Mio motorbike in Gang IV, Arum Timur, Gilimanuk, around 1:30 AM on Saturday. However, as the officers approached, the suspect abandoned his vehicle and fled on foot, leaving behind three live turtles inside the cart. A further search along the coastline led to the discovery of two more turtles near Gilimanuk Bay, behind the Gilimanuk Prehistoric Human Museum, around 2:00 AM. “…

Authorities seize bizarre smuggled cargo that may point to disturbing ... Photo Credit: iStock Two recent busts of turtle-smuggling attempts in Bali highlight how pervasive the dangerous trade may be. What's happening? Mongabay reported that twice so far this year, Indonesian police have recovered live sea turtles that were in the process of being illegally smuggled. Authorities rescued 29 green sea turtles in Bali's district of Jembrana on January 12.  Unfortunately, five of the animals later died. Police said they thwarted an attempt to trade 23 additional turtles in the village of Pemuteran less than two weeks later. "The number of turtles smuggled shows that the main purpose isn't just for ceremonies, it's to meet greater consumption in the market," Ranny R. Yuneni of the World Wildlife Fund told Mongabay. As of late February, officials said they were still working to identify the would-be buyers of the animals. TCD Picks » EDF Spotlight 💡EDF's Vital Signs newsletter delivers stories about game-changing solutions close to home and around the world Did you know neighborhood solar co-ops save money? These neighbors now pay nothing on their electric bill New study reveals clean e…

Police in Bali foil an attempt to trade protected 21 live green sea ... The world’s most free-thinking newspaper Authorities in Indonesia 's tourist island ofBalifoiled an attempt last week to illegally trade 21 protected green sea turtles, police said on Friday. Bali police seized the live animals during a raid on the island's Pegametan coast on June 10, after local residents reported suspected illegal turtle trading activity in the area, according to Nanang Pri Hasmojo, head of law enforcement at the force. Policearrested a 67-year-old man identified only by his initials as KS, who is suspected of storing the protected animals before they were distributed for sale. During initial questioning, police say the suspect told investigators the turtles had been sent by an associate from waters near Madura, an island in East Java province. He allegedly received the animals on the beach, where they were to be collected by another man for resale. “We are continuing to investigate the case and pursuing other suspects involved in the network,” Hasmojo said. He added that the suspect has been charged under Indonesia's wildlife protection laws, and faces up to 15 years in prison and sign…

Police in Bali foil an attempt to trade protected 21 live green sea turtles and arrest a suspect <p>DENPASAR, Indonesia &#8212; Authorities in Indonesia&#8217;s tourist island of Bali foiled an attempt last week to illegally trade 21 protected green sea turtles, police said on Friday.</p>

Indonesian smash turtle-smuggling ring, rescue 21 live animals Authorities in Indonesia’s tourist island of Bali foiled an attempt to illegally trade 21 protected green sea turtles, police said on Friday. Bali police seized the live animals during a raid on the Pegametan coast of the island on June 10, after local residents reported suspected illegal turtle trading activity in the area, said Nanang Pri Hasmojo, head of law enforcement at the force. Police arrested a 67-year-old man identified only by his initials KS, who is suspected of storing the...

The Green Turtle on Rupiah and a Recent Smuggling Case in Bali Images of currency often represent a nation’s key aspects. Did you know that the Rp20.000 note you frequently hold features the Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)? This sea turtle symbolizes the rich natural heritage of Derawan, Berau, East Kalimantan. While the presence of sea turtles in our country is a blessing, it also places the responsibility on us to protect them. Unfortunately, these majestic creatures continue to face threats that could push them toward extinction. Green Turtle Smuggling Case in Bali On January 12, 2025, a smuggling attempt involving 29 green turtles was uncovered in Bali. These sea turtles, aged between 10 and 50 years, were at a critical age for reproduction, essential for maintaining their population. While the smuggling attempt was foiled, five sea turtles were found dead. Many of the surviving sea turtles, although released back into the ocean, remain vulnerable to poaching and habitat destruction. The illegal trade of sea turtles in Indonesia remains rampant. They are often exploited for jewelry, accessories, consumption, and profit-driven sales. This irresponsible exploitation poses a gr…