Protecting Nesting Sea Turtles in Volusia and Flagler Counties, Florida.
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Happy Independence Day!
July 4th is around the corner. While this can be a fun and exciting time for us to celebrate our independence, it can be a dangerous and scary time for sea turtles and other wildlife. Loud noises and bright lights from fireworks can scare mama turtles and prevent them from laying their eggs. Small debris left on the beach after celebrations can be ingested by the animals making them sick or killing them. Large debris can create obstacles that trap or injure sea turtles. We hope that you have a wonderful holiday weekend with family and friends, but please be kind and keep the turtles in mind!
Did You Know?
July 5 is notorious for the massive amounts of debris left on the beaches by those celebrating Independence Day the night before. Please be respectful and leave the beach the way you found it: remove trash, lawn furniture and umbrellas, fill in holes and knock down sandcastles. Thank you! Want to do more? Many areas have local beach clean-ups on July 5 to restore the beach back to its natural state. Click on your county's name for more information on this year's clean-up events. Or reach out to someone in your area to see how you can help! Volusia County Flagler County |
LOGGERHEADThe Loggerhead Turtle is the most common turtle on our beaches. She is named for her immense, block-like head and strong jaws.
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LEATHERBACKThe 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.
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GREENThe Green Turtle gets her name from the color of her fat. She is an herbivore, eating plants, sea grasses,
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HAWKSBILLThe Hawksbill Turtle has a beautiful, distinct carapace (shell). It is tortoiseshell in color and almost heart-shaped.
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KEMP'S RIDLEYThe Kemp's Ridley is the most endangered sea turtle in the world. She is relatively small, weighing less than 100 pounds.
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