Oman's Environment Authority says legal proceedings have begun after footage allegedly showed influencer Vadym Oleynik sitting on a protected sea turtle and handling a hatchling at Ras Al Jinz.
The United Arab Emirates has said it is leading the investigation into the episode, and FlyDubai's service between Dubai and Tel Aviv has been suspended.
Oman turtle reserve rules cap camping at 80 people, ban camera lights after 10 pm, and forbid driving on beaches, as a Ukrainian trainer faces legal action at Ras Al Hadd.