Saving the leatherback turtle from extinction...

“They swim for thousands of miles, hold their breath for hours, and even cry salty tears.”

On 10th April, I spoke in Sri Panwa—looking out across the breathtaking Phang Nga Bay—about something we can’t afford to ignore:
Saving the leatherback turtle from extinction.

These extraordinary creatures have survived for over 200 million years, evolving from land to sea. They evoke such wonder and respect… and yet, because of us, they are now on the brink.

▫️Just 2,300 female leatherbacks remain in the Pacific.
▫️Only 10 females still nest in Phuket—one of just five natural breeding habitats in the Northern Hemisphere.
▫️And with ocean temperatures rising above 30°C, the survival of new hatchlings is nearly impossible.

But here’s the hope:
The Phuket Marine Biological Center, tucked behind the local aquarium, is leading a world-first initiative to raise leatherback hatchlings to two years old—the most critical stage—before releasing them into the wild.

Led by the incredible Dr. Hurin, the team has:
▫️Patented new food pellets and tank technologies
▫️Designed protection systems that mimic natural habitats
▫️Achieved the highest survival rates for leatherback hatchlings in the world

It costs 1 million baht to raise and release 50 baby turtles—
and thanks to your incredible support, we’ve done it. 💙

This isn’t just an event. It’s a celebration of conservation and creativity, featuring performances by Miranda Mirian Ashevilli, Anita Tata Young, and an incredible culinary experience from Sri Panwa.

If you believe in protecting our oceans and the species that have shared this planet with us for millennia—this is a moment to be part of.