The sea coast of which one of the following states has become famous as a nesting place for the giant Olive Ridley turtles from South America ?

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Correct answer: Orissa. It is a migratory species that travels thousands of miles from South America and other regions to nest on the beaches of Orissa. The Olive Ridley turtles are known for their mass nesting events, called ‘arribadas’, where thousands of turtles come ashore to lay eggs. In India, the state of Orissa ( now Odisha ) is particularly famous for being a nesting ground for these turtles. The Olive Ridley turtle is listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List due to threats like habitat destruction, pollution, fishing nets, and climate change. 303

The sea coast of which one of the following states has become famous as a nesting place for the giant Olive Ridley turtles from South America ?

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