First report of congenital abnormalities in green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) embryos and hatchlings from the Saudi Arabian Red Sea

Key Points

• Significant congenital abnormalities were observed in embryos and hatchlings, indicating potential developmental issues.
• Among the 50 examined embryos, 30% exhibited notable morphological defects.
• Observational analysis of green sea turtle specimens collected along Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastline.
• These findings highlight the urgent need for conservation efforts and further research into environmental impacts.