Q. Which Maharashtra beach / protected area is a major Olive Ridley turtle nesting site?
Answer: Velas Beach
Notes: Velas Beach is located in Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. The beach is recognized for the annual nesting of Olive Ridley turtles. The Velas Turtle Festival started in 2006 to promote conservation. Velas is situated along the Konkan coast by the Arabian Sea. The Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra organization manages and monitors turtle nesting at Velas. Olive Ridley turtle nesting occurs from February to April each year.