Turtle Nature Reserve Harbor Gulf is the only nature reserve of
turtles in China. It was granted to be founded by Guangdong
People’s Administration.
The reserve belongs to the open waters sea area of subtropical
zone. The water temperature, water quality and water yield as well
as sand quality are all suitable for turtles producing. Besides,
the reserve is surrounded by mountains at three sides. The
environment is peaceful. The plants and animals produced in water
are abundant, providing a good place for turtles to live and
multiply.
This reserve mainly protects green turtles. It locates in Ruogu
Gulf of subside mountain region, the coastwise of which is
mountainous seashore mainly with granite. Under the eroding of the
wave, various marine abrasion grounds are formed with pleasant
scenery. There are dolphins, Huban Baby, etc in the reserve, which
are highly protected by the state.
Green turtles are rare marine animals with significant economic
value. Turtles are the second grade protected animals in our
county. Here you can really make an exchange with the survivor of
dinosaur age.