New report reveals northern Indian Ocean as area where most sea turtles under threat . Report is first comprehensive status assessment of global sea turtle populations . Other hotspots for sea turtles include the east Pacific Ocean ( running from the U.S. to South America ) and the east Atlantic Ocean -- specifically off the coast of western Africa . Score: 6 Australia , Mexico and Brazil among areas where sea turtles are fairing better , report says .
New report reveals northern Indian Ocean as area where most sea turtles under threat . Report is first comprehensive status assessment of global sea turtle populations . Score: 6 Australia , Mexico and Brazil among areas where sea turtles are fairing better , report says .