Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Fri-Yay – Good News

June 30, 2023 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 96 Comments

Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network.

First Recorded Birth of Critically-Endangered Burmese Peacock Turtle Hatchlings

By Andy Corbley Jun 29, 2023

Credit: Fauna & Flora http://www.fauna-flora.org

This little fellow is the Burmese peacock softshell turtle, and he’s sitting here in the hands of one of the first humans to ever hatch them in captivity.

As one of the planet’s most endangered freshwater turtle species, it’s hoped the 15 hatchlings will go a long way towards preserving these beautiful reptiles for future generations of Myanmar’s people.

The breeding program was undertaken by the conservation group Flora and Fauna International, along with support from local volunteers and knowledge keepers around Myanmar’s Indawgyi Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Southeast Asia.

The locals, trained by FFI, nominated “turtle guardians” to patrol the shores and look for nesting areas—of which they found 5 in the 2022 breeding season. They fenced them off and kept regular watch over them.

According to the conservation group, the video of the turtles hatching is the first known recording of the species born in the wild.

FFI has worked around Indawgyi for many years and was instrumental in its designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2017. Home to 160 endemic birds, the lake also hosts fish, reptiles, primates, and mammals unique to the area.

Burmese Peacock Softshell Turtle hatchlings – Credit: Nyein Chan & Yae Aung / Fauna & Flora

The Burmese peacock turtles are named for the orange spots on their shells reminiscent of peacock feathers. They are considered a delicacy in the poverty-stricken country and have been overhunted.

The good news here is efforts are being made to replenish what mankind has endangered. Today’s JohnKu talks about dedication. I hope you have a wonderful week.

There is no pay earned,

The work can have no reward . . .

Yet they volunteer.

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Sorryless · June 30, 2023 - 4:23 am ·

The most important things oftentimes happen in the quiet. Here’s to the people who work there.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:09 am ·
  
  Yes, they are very quiet. Thanks, Marc.
  
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  1. Sorryless · June 30, 2023 - 2:26 pm ·
    
    And very earnest and very compassionate and very diligent and most of all . . very necessary.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:37 pm ·
      
      Nice words to add. Thanks, Pilgrim.
      
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    2. Sorryless · June 30, 2023 - 5:41 pm ·
      
      Have a great weekend Boss
      
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    3. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:44 pm ·
      
      You as well, Marc. I was just thinking that I’m going to put on my bucket list being able to join you for some drinks in a place that has a kick ass jukebox.
      
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    4. Sorryless · June 30, 2023 - 6:02 pm ·
      
      Hey! Now THAT is a plan!
      
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    5. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 7:06 am ·
      
      😁
      
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Writer Lori · June 30, 2023 - 5:00 am ·

Another feel Good Friday, John. Thank you!!

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:10 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lori. 😁
  
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Annette Rochelle Aben · June 30, 2023 - 5:49 am ·

❤

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:10 am ·
  
  😊
  
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Dan Antion · June 30, 2023 - 5:59 am ·

How many species have been lost under the heading “considered a delicacy” 😦

I hope these little guys make it.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:11 am ·
  
  Yeah, I agree, Dan. Thanks.
  
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Jill Weatherholt · June 30, 2023 - 6:09 am ·

I’m happy to know those beautiful creatures have concerned guardians. Great story, John! Thanks for sharing.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:14 am ·
  
  Thanks, Jill. All part of the need to get serious about saving this planet.
  
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coldhandboyack · June 30, 2023 - 6:12 am ·

Another great story. I hope they have many years of success.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:14 am ·
  
  That is a super hope which I share. Thanks, Craig.
  
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harmonykentonline · June 30, 2023 - 6:20 am ·

Fantastic news! Thanks for sharing, John. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs 🤗💕🙂

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:15 am ·
  
  I hope you have a wonderful weekend too, Harmony. 🤗
  
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Charles Yallowitz · June 30, 2023 - 6:23 am ·

That’s really good news.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:15 am ·
  
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Dale · June 30, 2023 - 6:34 am ·

What a wonderful share, John. There are so many beautiful and caring people in the world. I’m so thankful you share them.
Happy Friday to you and your girls!

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:16 am ·
  
  Thank you, Dale. Happy Friday to you as well.
  
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  1. Dale · June 30, 2023 - 7:22 am ·
    
    Thank you, kind sir!
    
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GP · June 30, 2023 - 6:41 am ·

May the hatchlings go safely.
A beautiful story, John.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:17 am ·
  
  A great wish, GP. 😁
  
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Staci Troilo · June 30, 2023 - 7:04 am ·

Wonderful news. Glad to see life thriving under their care. I hope their efforts continue to yield such wonderful results and that other people take up the cause. Thanks, John. Happy weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 7:18 am ·
  
  You make a good point. Maybe as examples are set more will get involved. Thanks, Staci. 🤗
  
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Joan Hall · June 30, 2023 - 7:21 am ·

Great news, John. They’re cute little things for sure!

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srbottch · June 30, 2023 - 7:24 am ·

Great story, John. Excellent poem.

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noelleg44 · June 30, 2023 - 8:06 am ·

The reward is seeing the hatchlings enter the lake! Kudos to these environmentalists. We have a huge Save the Turtles program here on the NC coast with lots of volunteers. People report nests and they come and count the eggs, cover them over, and put a barrier around them with a warning sign.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 9:53 am ·
  
  The Gulf coast of Texas has the same program. They do take the eggs and incubate them then release the hatchlings. Glad NC has a program. Thanks, Noelle.
  
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Jennie · June 30, 2023 - 8:28 am ·

Another absolutely wonderful Good News story. Thank you, John.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 9:57 am ·
  
  😊
  
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T. W. Dittmer · June 30, 2023 - 9:07 am ·

Friyay! It’s great that people are working to counteract the results of corporate expansion.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 9:59 am ·
  
  Thanks, Tim
  
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John Hric · June 30, 2023 - 9:25 am ·

We need every little bit of biological diversity we can hang onto.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 9:59 am ·
  
  True enough, John.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · June 30, 2023 - 9:25 am ·

Thanksfor sharing this, John:) Happy to see the turtles rebounding.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 9:59 am ·
  
  😊
  
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Maggie · June 30, 2023 - 10:13 am ·

What an uplifting story, John. It is amazing what a few determined people can do to combat the mistreatment by an uncaring majority.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 11:43 am ·
  
  It is amazing. Thanks, Maggie. Matbe a lesson for all of us.
  
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  1. Maggie · June 30, 2023 - 5:04 pm ·
    
    It should be a lesson for all of us.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:41 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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quiall · June 30, 2023 - 10:55 am ·

Future generations are the ones who benefit from this kind of volunteer. And that is priceless.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 11:43 am ·
  
  Yes it is, Pam. Thanks for making that point.
  
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Teri Polen · June 30, 2023 - 1:08 pm ·

Considered a delicacy? That’s horrible. Kudos to those wonderful volunteers.

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:34 pm ·
  
  I know right? I agree on the Kudos.
  
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Debbie · June 30, 2023 - 1:31 pm ·

Aw, what cuties!!

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:35 pm ·
  
  Yes indeed. Thanks.
  
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Gwen M. Plano · June 30, 2023 - 1:50 pm ·

What a beautiful story, John. Thank goodness for volunteers like these guardians. ❤️

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:36 pm ·
  
  I agree, Gwen. What would folks do without volunteers.
  
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The Coastal Crone · June 30, 2023 - 4:50 pm ·

These are very exotic looking and cute too. Kudos for the volunteers. They make our Ridley turtles look rather plain but they are cute too. A public release was held about a week or two ago. Let us hope the program continues to be funded. Thanks for a good story to counter all the bad news of the week. Keep cool!

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1. John W. Howell · June 30, 2023 - 5:39 pm ·
  
  I agree, Jo. We need the good to counter the bad.
  
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Audrey Dawn - Oldest Daughter Redheaded Sister · July 1, 2023 - 9:23 am ·

Strong Haiku, John. And worth it!

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1. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 2:30 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Audrey.
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · July 1, 2023 - 10:31 am ·

How totally cool is that?!

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1. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 2:32 pm ·
  
  Very cool. Monika. So nice to hear.
  
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circadianreflections · July 1, 2023 - 10:56 am ·

They’re beautiful! I hope they are able to bring the numbers of them way, way up!

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1. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 2:32 pm ·
  
  I do too. Deborah. Every bit helps
  
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Liz Gauffreau · July 1, 2023 - 3:08 pm ·

It’s always good to learn of efforts being undertaken on endangered species’ behalf.

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1. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 4:11 pm ·
  
  It is Liz.
  
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Becky Ross Michael · July 1, 2023 - 3:46 pm ·

Love this good news!

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1. John W. Howell · July 1, 2023 - 4:13 pm ·
  
  Me too, Becky. Thanks.
  
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Resa · July 2, 2023 - 3:08 pm ·

Wonderful Fri-yay news John.
Those turtles are adorable.
I understand hunger drives.
I find the whole food chain thing most upsetting.
Anyway, thank you for the JohnKu… and I hope “The work can have no reward . . .” turns out that the work has reward, and the Peacock Turtle flourishes.
Thank goodness many do much for no pay!
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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2023 - 3:19 pm ·
  
  The reward is saving another species for sure. It is great to see people work to help with no expectation of getting paid.
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  1. Resa · July 2, 2023 - 3:35 pm ·
    
    Agree…. and now I feel like eating cookies.
    🍴 🍪X 🍪X 🍪X 🍪X 🍴
    
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    1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2023 - 3:40 pm ·
      
      Here’s some greens to go with the cookies. 🌿🌴🌳🌱🪴
      
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    2. Resa · July 2, 2023 - 3:44 pm ·
      
      Okay… Thanks!
      🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ
      
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    3. John W. Howell · July 2, 2023 - 3:57 pm ·
      
      Hard to beat that. I’ll just steal it 🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ 🥗ꭓ
      
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    4. Resa · July 3, 2023 - 4:52 pm ·
      
      Okay!
      Happy July Fourth!!!!! 💥X 💥X 💥X 💥X
      
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    5. John W. Howell · July 3, 2023 - 5:47 pm ·
      
      Thank you 🧨X 🧨X 🧨X 🧨X
      
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    6. Resa · July 3, 2023 - 9:16 pm ·
      
      The hugs look a lot like you got them from ACME?
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    7. John W. Howell · July 4, 2023 - 7:09 am ·
      
      Don’t they? OX OX OX OX
      
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    8. Resa · July 4, 2023 - 1:40 pm ·
      
      Happy Fourth, dear John!
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    9. John W. Howell · July 4, 2023 - 1:45 pm ·
      
      Thank you, Dear Resa. OX OX OX OX
      
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    10. Resa · July 4, 2023 - 1:51 pm ·
      
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    11. John W. Howell · July 4, 2023 - 1:58 pm ·
      
      💋💋💋💋🌹
      
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    12. Resa · July 5, 2023 - 12:31 pm ·
      
      🌹💋💋💋💋🌹
      
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    13. John W. Howell · July 5, 2023 - 3:40 pm ·
      
      🌹💋💋💋💋🌹🌺
      
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Jan Sikes · July 2, 2023 - 3:34 pm ·

Awww, so glad they were able to save these little guys. I’ve never heard of this species but I can see where they got their name. Thank goodness for good-hearted volunteers!

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1. John W. Howell · July 2, 2023 - 3:39 pm ·
  
  I agree, Jan. Thank you.
  
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robertawrites235681907 · July 3, 2023 - 12:20 am ·

Thank you, John, for sharing this wonderful story. It has made me feel happy.

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2023 - 8:21 am ·
  
  That is the purpose. Thanks for letting me know it worked. 😊
  
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Marcia · July 3, 2023 - 7:54 am ·

Such BEAUTIFUL creatures, John. I’ve never heard of them before, and I’m so glad you shared the info with us today, especially that first photo! What wonderful news, too, that folks are working so hard to save the species. It would be a shame to lose these turtles, and I hope their efforts continue to pay off. Great JohnKu, too. Thanks! 😊😊😊

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1. John W. Howell · July 3, 2023 - 8:46 am ·
  
  Thank you, Marcia. Volunteers are the best. 😁
  
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dgkaye · July 3, 2023 - 10:47 pm ·

Nice to focus on some of the people doing good things for the planet. Thanks John. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 4, 2023 - 7:10 am ·
  
  It is. I always like those stories. 😊
  
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  1. dgkaye · July 4, 2023 - 10:32 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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kethuprofumo · July 5, 2023 - 3:44 pm ·

Wonderful initiative, dear John. Let’s hope for more to come.🙂🍤🍤🍤🍻

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1. John W. Howell · July 5, 2023 - 3:52 pm ·
  
  Yes, I agree. More to come. Thanks, Maria.
  
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somtooti · July 8, 2023 - 9:48 am ·

Great

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1. John W. Howell · July 8, 2023 - 4:25 pm ·
  
  Thanks
  
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gederedita · July 26, 2023 - 6:47 pm ·

what cuties! thats great news

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1. John W. Howell · July 26, 2023 - 9:03 pm ·
  
  Thank. you
  
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