Archives for Turtle Blogathon 2009
Myths and famous local stories on turtles
The myth and one that I love to debunk is that turtle eggs are aphrodisiacs. They certainly are NOT. People have analysed the nutrient content of turtle eggs and found them to be no better than chicken eggs.
Bid for a 3D2N stay for two at Berjaya Tioman!
We have a surprise additional package sponsored by Rahayu, one of our guest bloggers for the Turtle Blogathon. She is offering a 3D2N stay for two at Berjaya Tioman Resort (valid till 31st December 2009) and we are putting it up for auction.
Are turtles protected by the Malaysian laws?
The Wildlife Protection Act 1972 lists several levels of protection for endangered species of wild animals (mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects), but completely omitted all species of terrapins and tortoises.
Can turtles spread diseases to humans?
If any, it has mostly been through contact with contamination in the water or on the turtle itself. The causative agent is usually Salmonellaor E. coli.
Famous turtle quotes
Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out. Sleepy turtles never catch up with the sunrise.
The joys of being a turtle volunteer
Ever since my first time on Chagar Hutang, I have never been able to get it out of my mind resulting in a further 4 trips (in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008) throughout the years. Even when I couldn’t go, every year in February I would automatically start checking the registration page to see how fast it fills up and as well, trying to convince my friends to go.
