About 300 turtle nests found at Lady’s Mile

Environmental organizations in Cyprus have recorded around 300 sea turtle nests on Lady’s Mile beach, which is located within the boundaries of the UK sovereign military bases. In response, activists sharply criticized the leadership of the British bases, accusing the administration of inaction and an inability to ensure proper protection of these conservation areas from human impact.
According to environmentalists, the population of protected turtle species is facing a serious threat due to uncontrolled access by vehicles to the beach, noise pollution, and the illegal placement of commercial facilities. The absence of strict monitoring and physical barriers leads to damage to egg clutches, while artificial lighting at night disorients hatchlings, preventing them from reaching the sea.
In response to the criticism, official representatives of the British bases said they are coordinating their actions with the relevant agencies of the Republic of Cyprus and implementing a set of measures to protect the environment. Nevertheless, environmental activists insist on the immediate introduction of strict restrictions on vehicle movement in the nesting zone and increased patrols across the area throughout the entire breeding season.