As summer winds down, so does sea turtle nesting season here in the Keys —but don’t let your guard down just yet! This Labor Day, a determined female sea turtle made her way onto the beach, ready to find the perfect spot to lay her eggs. She crawled around, leaving a beautiful sand angel in her wake, but her search was interrupted by beach furniture.
Despite her best efforts to navigate around and under the obstacles, she eventually gave up and returned to the ocean. It’s a stark reminder of how important it is to clear the beach when we leave, especially during this critical time of year.
We’re all rooting for her to return and try again. In the meantime, let’s do our part by ensuring the beach is free of any barriers that could hinder these incredible creatures on their nesting journey. Every small action we take can make a big difference for our sea turtles!
Remember...clean, dark and flat
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