Suncoast News Network

Sea turtle nesting season begins May 1; here’s how to keep our turtles safe

The City of Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch hosted a community workshop Wednesday to educate the community on ...
WOKV

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

NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. — 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 ...
WJHG

PCB Turtle watch shares ways everyone can keep sea turtles safe

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Turtle nesting season is officially underway, and for the last 35 seasons, Panama City Beach Turtle Watch has been patrolling the beach, protecting nests and ...
WCIV

Rare leatherback sea turtle spotted off Folly Beach, first local record in 23 years

A rare visitor is making waves both in the ocean and along the South Carolina coast.A leatherback sea turtle was spotted in ...
AOL

Can a Sea Turtle Survive with Only Three Flippers? Scientists Are Watching Closely

A loggerhead turtle who judging by his size and barnacles on his shell is old. The turtle is cruising the reef during mating season looking for a partner© Drew McArthur/Shutterstock.com The ocean can ...
The News Herald

Six sea turtle nests already found in Panama City Beach during first month of nesting season

Six loggerhead sea turtle nests have been tagged in Panama City Beach since the start of nesting season on May 1. Panama City Beach Turtle Watch monitors nests daily to aid hatchling survival.