Hanoi: The Dat Mui Border Guard Station in the southernmost province of Ca Mau has coordinated with local authorities and forest rangers to release a 120kg green sea turtle back into the sea. The turtle was discovered by local fisherman Tran Be Ngoan of Dat Mui commune after becoming entangled in a fishing net while he was operating at sea on July 18. According to Vietnam News Agency, the local authorities, upon receiving the information from Tran Be Ngoan, promptly collaborated with the Dat Mui Border Guard Station and forest rangers to ensure the safe release of the turtle. The efforts were part of a broader initiative to protect marine life and maintain ecological balance in the region. The green sea turtle, a species known for its importance to marine ecosystems, was carefully examined by the authorities to ensure it was in good health before being released. This incident highlights the ongoing commitment of the local community and officials to conservation efforts and the protection of endangered speci es in Vietnam's coastal areas.