How many sea turtles were hunted in 2000?

In the year 2000, it is estimated that tens of thousands of sea turtles were hunted worldwide, primarily due to illegal poaching and unsustainable fishing practices. While precise numbers are difficult to determine due to the clandestine nature of the activity, various reports indicate that certain species, such as the green and hawksbill turtles, faced significant threats from hunting. Conservation efforts have since aimed to reduce these numbers through legal protections and awareness campaigns.