What you need to know as Florida's sea turtle nesting season kicks off

March is the official start of nesting season for sea turtles in the Sunshine State and, as a protected species, there are a ...
Yahoo

Amelia Island sea turtle watch reports rare Kemp’s Ridley nest and leatherback hatching in midseason update

In a significant midseason update, the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch (AISTW) has reported the first-ever Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle nest on the island, along with a successful hatching of a rare ...

Florida sea turtle nesting began early as 4 leatherbacks laid eggs

Florida sea turtle nesting season generally starts about March 1 and ends about Nov. 15, but at least four leatherbacks are ...
The St. Augustine Record

Turtle protectors: Spending time with a marine turtle patrol in St. Johns County

Leatherback sea turtle nests in Florida are at a record high, while loggerhead nests have decreased. Volunteers monitor beaches daily, tracking nests, collecting data, and assisting hatchlings.
WFTV

Five leatherback sea turtle hatchlings rescued from storm drains in Flagler Beach

FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — Five leatherback sea turtle hatchlings were rescued from storm drains near Beverly Beach on Wednesday, thanks to the efforts of Flagler Turtle Patrol and Flagler County Fire ...
Jets Wire

Is it legal in Florida to touch a baby sea turtle?

Sea turtle nesting season has begun in Florida. Learn what to do and what not to do if you encounter a sea turtle or nest.
Action News Jax

Atlantic Beach sea turtle hatchlings are losing their way due to artificial light, per reports

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. — The City of Atlantic Beach is issuing a critical community alert after a second report of sea turtle hatchling disorientation. Hatchlings rely on the natural light reflection of ...