Sea Turtles

Sea Turtles Dig the Dark – lights out, why? It can disturb a nesting mother, and/or hatchlings – having them crawl the wrong way. Beachside lights should be off from March – October, or an approved color. Sea Turtles only come on dry land to nest, so seeing one is rare for many people. If you are on a walk and see one at night, do not use a white light flashlight or flash photography. If staying on the beach turn off patio lights and close the blinds. Check out www.cccturtle.org for more information. We recently watch the release of “Bree Varda” a female turtle from the Space Coast. She is taking part in an educational event following the migration of 10 sea turtles being released from different locations. See who is the first to reach 26.2 hundred kilometer marathon, that’s 1,628 miles – you can follow some of the turtles by going go www.TOURDETURTLES.org
Leatherbacks are the largest type of sea turtle. They are easy to distinguish because they have a leather looking shell, can measure up to 10 feet! Green Turtles are endanger of being extinct and have even been hunted for their meat.
Hatchlings are threatened by many things; birds, crabs and other wildlife out of the ocean, and in the ocean as well. Humans also pose a threat with lighting, replenishing sand over nests and even sand castles & holes dug in the sand for fun. Remember when you are at the beach to knock down you castle and fill in your holes.