Naples, March 8 (Adnkronos) - Saved before the port of Castellammare di Stabia. The story ended happily for a large sample of Turtle Caretta caretta, which this morning at 10, was first sighted and later recovered by a fisherman in the area. The man, who returned to port, he immediately alerted the Captaincy of Castellammare, a frigate commanded by Captain Joseph Menna.
The men of the Coast Guard so they set up a temporary shelter to protect from the cold before biologists warn of the Zoological Station Anton Dohrn of Naples, led by Dr. Bentiveglia, who specialize in the care of sea turtles.
Caretta recovered is a specimen length of about 100 cm and 60 cm wide and weighs about 60-70 kg. Biologists have also estimated the age would be around 50 years. Fortunately have not shown damage to the carapace of the tortoise and this bodes well for a future release into the sea. Biologists have then transferred the sample at the laboratories of the Institute, where there will be a thorough veterinary examination and some tests including an endoscopy, in order to ensure that the animal has not ingested hooks or plastic bags.
''The rescue of this magnificent specimen of Caretta Caretta is something I'm proud - said the commander Menna - and underlines the Harbour Castellammare di Stabia is constantly engaged in protecting the marine environment and its wildlife.''
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