The number of nests dug by caretta carettas, which face the danger of extinction, on the protected coastline in the Alanya district of Antalya province of Türkiye, has reached record levels. It was determined that there were a total of 287 nests in a 3 kilometer area on Yeşilöz and Çarşamba beaches.

“I have been voluntarily protecting the caretta carettas on the beaches of Alanya and Gazipaşa for years. There are only 2 months until the end of the spawning season and I have already detected twice as many nests as last year. This year, by the end of the spawning season, it will exceed 600 nests in this 3-kilometer area.” said Güldane Şahin.

Antalya Caretta Caretta nest

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Turkish Village Draws Crowds with 110,000 Blooming Pear Trees

Name: Number of Caretta Caretta Nests Peaked on Antalya Beaches
Uploaded: 2024-06-30
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Description: The number of nests dug by caretta carettas, which face the danger of extinction, on the protected coastline in the Alanya district of Antalya province of Türkiye, has reached record levels. It was determined that there were a total of 287 nests in a

On May 28, 2025

Located 50 kilometers from the center of Muş, Bilek village has drawn nature lovers and photographers with its 110,000 pear trees in full bloom. Covered in white blossoms, the trees offer a breathtaking landscape that resembles sakura season and create a peaceful setting for outdoor activities.

Locals and officials see tourism potential in the village. Resident Şabettin Çiçek said, “We want this area to be used for tourism. We are expecting our visitors here.” Sedat Özcan, head of the Muş Genç Adımlar Association, noted plans for future events to highlight the area’s beauty.

Nature photographer Muzaffer Göç praised the scenery, while visitor Hatice Taşçı added a musical touch by playing her cello under the blooming trees. She described the harmony of green and white as “fascinating,” encouraging more people to experience the village’s spring transformation.

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