blueberrybaby00 t1_j1othc9 wrote on December 26, 2022 at 4:32 AM

I grew up in The Manning Valley and used to swim and waterski in the river all the time. This is the first time I’ve ever heard of these little guys! Would be great if locals were more educated on endangered species such as these and the conservation efforts. Fantastic news though!

NathanTheKlutz t1_j23to8t wrote on December 29, 2022 at 1:34 PM

Well, better late than never when it comes to finding out about your wild neighbors. 😉 But yes, programs to help spread awareness would be a good place to start.

Certainly, I dare say that having local residents in the valley pitch in by helping to get rid of the feral foxes and pigs that plunder the nests, planting native vegetation on bank side properties, and taking steps to reduce pollutants from entering the river could only make the future for the Manning River turtle even brighter!