Female loggerhead turtle rescued from Koutio mangrove swamp in New Caledonia

A female sea turtle was rescued after being found tied to a tree in a New Caledonia mangrove swamp. French authorities are investigating the incident. The turtle, estimated to be 25-30 years old, suffered deep cuts from the rope. She is now recovering at the Aquarium des Lagons and may be released soon. The loggerhead turtle is a protected species, and officials suspect poaching, with the perpetrator possibly intending to eat or sell the animal.