Nesting Season is 1 month away!

April 1, 2020
The official start of Sea Turtle Nesting Season begins one month from today, on May 1. And, while we humans are coping with the coronavirus, the sea turtles are unaware of what's going on here on land. They will be coming to visit us soon! We hope that you are all keeping safe and healthy. With more at-home time on our hands, we thought we'd share some educational websites for adults and kiddos alike. Check out these links to learn more about sea turtles and prepare for the excitement of a new nesting season.

~Volusia/Flagler Turtle Patrol
13th Annual Turtle Fest
In light of the coronavirus, and for the health/safety of our community, the 2020 Turtle Fest has been postponed. It has been rescheduled for:
​August 8, 2020

Click here for more info.
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Educational Resources
Click the links below to learn more about sea turtles!
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Florida Sea Turtles

There are 5 species of sea turtles found along Florida's Beaches.

LOGGERHEAD

The Loggerhead Turtle is the most common turtle on  our beaches. She is named for her immense, block-like head and strong jaws.

LEATHERBACK

The Leatherback Turtle is the largest turtle. She has a leathery shell, can reach up to 7 feet in length and weigh up to 1,500 pounds.

GREEN

The Green Turtle gets her name from the color of her fat. She is an herbivore, eating plants, sea grasses,
​ and algae.

HAWKSBILL

The Hawksbill Turtle has a beautiful, distinct carapace (shell). It is  tortoiseshell in color and almost heart-shaped. 

KEMP'S RIDLEY

The Kemp's Ridley is the most endangered sea turtle in the world. She is relatively small, weighing less than 100 pounds.
If you find a sick or injured sea turtle, please do not place it back in the water.
Call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 1-888-404-FWCC (3922) for assistance.