The olive ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea) are a vital component of Chennai's coastal ecosystem, particularly along beaches from Tiruvanmiyur to Neelangarai. That's where this endangered species of turtles nest annually between January and April. These turtles contribute to marine biodiversity by regulating jellyfish populations, thus maintaining ecological balance. The olive ridley turtles haven been facing a threatening situation at chennai while nesting for the past years. The pity situation is that over the years the threat to their lives and offsprings has only increased drastically. The nesting season has only began and already 350 dead turtles have washed ashore, marking the highest number in over two decades. The major causes of this is: Fishing Practices: The use of large nets often results in turtles being accidentally captured, leading to injuries or death. Habitat Disturbance : Increased human activity on beaches, such as vandalism of nests and predati...