25 March 2008, 10:12
A Satellite Tag for the Mamanucas
Finally, the waiting that seemed like an eternity slowly evaporating the hopes of the Society and other Organisations working for the protection and longevity of turtles paid off. On March 2nd 2008, a Hawksbill nester was tagged at Treasure Island Resort and released into the ocean. The nester which was later named Adi Mamanuca was found laying eggs on South Sea Island (Vunavadra Island in Fijian) and transferred to Treasure Island Resort’s turtle pond to await its satellite tag to arrive all the way from Samoa.
It was a memorable experience for everyone who played a role in tagging Adi Mamanuca. We anticipate with unwavering hope that she will bring back promising results which will greatly enhance our understanding of their movements.
Ohhhhhhh mannnnnn…! This is AWESOME news. Too bad I wasnt there to see it all….I envy you guys. Thanks you for the hardwork people..and keep it up. Fesi…I know you were smiling all the way.