Wildlife conservation a priority for remote Air Force base
June 29th, 2009
But the invaders aren't foreign soldiers coming to claim the island for their own. Instead, they are green, scaly creatures from the sea. And, every year, thousands of these creatures storm the island's beaches.
And, every year, the small base welcomes them with open arms.
"We love our sea turtles," said Frances Dixon, head of environmental engineering on the base. "This is one of the few places they come ashore in the whole world."
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