Atoll Marine Conservation Centre

The Atoll Marine Centre, founded in 2012 by a local Maldivian NGO, works tirelessly to protect the marine environment in the Lhaviyani Atoll. Their initial focus was rehabilitating sea turtle hatchlings kept illegally as pets on local islands. Public outreach by the Centre has significantly reduced this practice. Now, their efforts target adult sea turtles facing threats like entanglement in ghost nets or injuries. The Atoll Marine Centre works as a sanctuary for these injured turtles, providing them with the care they need to recover and return to the ocean. They collaborate with local NGOs, marine biologists, schools, fishermen, and resorts to create a comprehensive monitoring network for stranded turtles throughout the Atoll. The Centre welcomes visitors interested in learning more a...