06/10/2024
Pictured here, friendly sea turtle viewing.š
But in light of evidence of unfriendly viewing practices last night, we thought it would be a good time to remind our beach-goers of what to do should you be lucky enough to witness a momma sea turtle coming ashore to lay her eggs or emerging hatchlings making their way to the water:
š¢Keep your distance: Staying at least 50 feet away can prevent the turtle from leaving the beach before finishing its nest.
š¢Stay quiet: Avoid making noise.
š¢Keep your hands off: Don't touch the turtle or put other objects near it.
š¢Turn off lights: This includes cell phones, flashlights, and other light sources.
š¢Let hatchlings crawl: Allow them to make their own way to the ocean. Getting in their way can confuse them and prevent them from finding their way. The trip to the water also helps them learn their surroundings and for females to remember their home beach.
Give them space, leave no trace, and keep our sea turtles in the dark... it's up to all of us to help make this a successful nesting season.
š·: Ximena Zornosa