CheloniaCast is joined by George Balazs, a global independent sea turtle scientist and former leader of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Marine Turtle Research Program, a position that he held for over 30 years. George is, and has been, a massive force for sea turtles and ocean conservation. This episode covers the conservation science, cultural significance, future outlook, global migration ecology, and personal philosophy surrounding primarily Pacific sea turtles from the perspective of a key contributor to their study and appreciation.

To learn more about George’s work, and about sea turtles in general, check out his website (it is a treasure trove of information): https://georgehbalazs.com/

If you want a short, comprehensive, list of articles about sea turtles check out: https://georgehbalazs.com/articles/16-useful-short-papers-on-the-basics-of-sea-turtle-conservation-research/

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