From Futurism · Joe Wilkins · · 1m 10s
Influencer rides sea turtle in Oman
Ukrainian influencer rides sea turtle during nesting attempt in Oman.
In brief
Ukrainian influencer rides sea turtle during nesting attempt in Oman. Ukrainian fitness influencer Vadym Oleynik faced legal action after filming himself riding a sea turtle in Oman's Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve. Originally reported by Futurism.
Viral incident in oman
Ukrainian fitness influencer Vadym Oleynik and his wife filmed themselves riding a large adult sea turtle as it tried to nest eggs in oman.
Turtle nesting ground
The ras al hadd turtle reserve is a key nesting site for endangered green turtles in oman.
Video goes viral
The video sparked outrage from conservation groups and viewers, prompting oleynik to take his instagram page private.
Public reaction
One user commented that the desire for fame has pushed many to do evil and stupid acts, exposing one’s true character.
Legal action
The environment authority of oman confirmed legal action against oleynik for disturbing sea turtles in ras al hadd.
Oleynik's response
Oleynik apologized to the environment authority and green sea turtle protection agencies for sitting on the turtle.
The headline
Ukrainian fitness influencer Vadym Oleynik faced legal action after filming himself riding a sea turtle in Oman's Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve.
