Sea turtle nesting season begins with multiple new nests

Spain has detected a historical growth in the nesting of sea turtles on its Mediterranean coasts, in particular of the species Caretta caretta, according to 43 experts who have met in Valencia at the III Workshop on Nidification of Marine Turtles.According to a statement by Xaloc Mar, the meeting, organized by this NGO, together with the Council of Environment, Infrastructure and Territory and the City of Valencia, has served to strengthen inter…

North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher explains how to help sea turtles

KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Sea turtle nesting season began on the 1st of May and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher explains what you can do to help protect sea turtles. Here are some individual actions that the North Carolina Aquarium says anyone can take: Sea turtles often confuse marine debris for food. Protect sea turtles by refusing, reducing, reusing and recycling plastics. Never release balloons which are a choking hazard for many anima…

Sea Turtle Nesting Season Underway In Pinellas County, Public Urged To Help Protect Vulnerable Hatchlings

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Sea turtle nesting season has officially commenced in Pinellas County, beginning May 1 and extending through October 31. As these protected marine animals come ashore to lay their eggs, residents and visitors are reminded of the crucial role they play in ensuring the survival of the next generation. A critical challenge […] Sea Turtle Nesting Season Underway In Pinellas County, Public Urged To Help Protect Vulnerable Hatc…

Commentary: Protect sea turtles during nesting season

Nesting season officially kicked off on May 1 throughout the state of Florida, where about 90% of sea turtle nesting in the U.S. takes place. Whether you’re a Florida resident or are simply stopping by for summer vacation, this information from the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) will help you get the most out of our beautiful beaches while also being considerate of nesting sea turtles and hatchlings. Share these tips with your beach-loving family …

Sea turtle nesting season begins in Florida

May 1 is the beginning of sea turtle nesting season. Wildlife crews have already spotted some loggerhead sea turtle nests this year. Volunteers are inspecting local beaches every morning, checking for turtle tracks and then marking any nests to alert beachgoers to just stay away. If you do spot an unmarked turtle nest or turtle in distress, you need to call Florida Fish and Wildlife. Nesting season runs all the way through Oct. 31.

Sea turtle nesting season begins with multiple new nests

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — Day one of sea turtle nesting season has begun, and officials have already located three sea turtle nest. Markers with stakes and bright tape have gone up on Longboat Key, Siesta Key, and Casey Key around the new nests. New parking policy leaves Lake Maggiore residents stranded, and paying the price Officials said throughout the season, it's not uncommon to see several nests along our beaches. "We will post off the …