Turtle Monitoring

Help protect endangered Hawksbill and Green turtles through in-water monitoring and photo ID research in the Marine Protected Area surrounding Nosy Komba. MRCI’s Turtle Monitoring Program combines conservation, snorkelling, and data collection.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting snorkel surveys to identify individual turtles

• Recording behaviours, habitat use, and environmental data

• Uploading sightings to global databases like Internet of Turtles

• Supporting education and outreach activities on turtle conservation

Qualifications:

• Comfortable swimming/snorkelling

• Interest in marine biology and conservation

• Basic data recording and observation skills

Ideal for ocean lovers and aspiring marine scientists looking to contribute to species protection.