The Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) stands as a vigilant guardian of Sri Lankan waters, tirelessly ensuring safe, secure, and serene sea for all. Beyond safeguarding maritime activities, the SLCG embraces its duty to protect the rich marine biodiversity, including the numerous species that inhabit these seas. Among the diverse marine life thriving in Sri Lankan waters, five of the world's seven sea turtle species grace the island's coastline. Among these five species, two species are classified as critically enThese marine creatures face numerous natural and anthropogenic threats, including habitat loss, pollution, climate change, illegal wildlife trade, and accidental capture in fishing gear. The Coast Guard Conservation initiatives aim to address these threats and ensure the survival of turtle species for future generations. Therefore, since 2016, the SLCG has taken proactive initiatives to protect sea turtle species for future generations. We currently manage the following eight conservation sites close to Coast Guard Life Saving Points as ‘Sri Lanka Cost Guard Turtle Conservation Project (SLCG-TCP)’ along the western and southern coastal belt.

These marine creatures face numerous natural and anthropogenic threats, including habitat loss, pollution, climate change, illegal wildlife trade, and accidental capture in fishing gear. The Coast Guard Conservation initiatives aim to address these threats and ensure the survival of turtle species for future generations. Therefore, since 2016, the SLCG has taken proactive initiatives to protect sea turtle species for future generations. We currently manage the following eight conservation sites close to Coast Guard Life Saving Points as ‘Sri Lanka Cost Guard Turtle Conservation Project (SLCG-TCP)’ along the western and southern coastal belt.