Florida’s Environment: Sea Turtle Stories to Watch
To pair with this special edition of Earth to Florida celebrating World Sea Turtle Month, we are bringing you the … Continue
One is All it Takes
For millions of years, sea turtles have played important roles in marine food chains. Today, they face many threats, most of which stem from human activity.
Celebrate Sea Turtles this Month with These Activities!
Sea turtle nesting season spans from March to October. Celebrate sea turtles anytime with these activities.
Action of the Week: Know What to Do if You Encounter a Sea Turtle!
What to do when you see a sea turtle on the beach If you see an uninjured nesting or hatchling … Continue
Action of the Week: Watch Out For Baby Sea Turtles!
As endangered species, sea turtles are protected by law and should not be interfered with. What should beachgoers do if they see a hatchling in distress?
Tell Me About: Sea Turtle Adaptations
Sea turtles have several adaptations to help them live in the ocean and nest on land. To celebrate these beautiful creatures, let’s get to know the specific traits that help sea turtles thrive!
Tell Me About: Temperature-Dependent Sex Determination
Sea turtles lack sex chromosomes! Learn how climate change may be impacting sex ratios in wild populations and what that means for the future of sea turtles.
Action of the Week: Keep Our Beaches Clean, Dark, and Flat
One of the most serious threats to sea turtle nesting is disturbance from humans.
Tell Me About: The Importance of Seagrass Meadows to Sea Turtles
Seagrasses are important to the green sea turtle and to marine habitats worldwide.
The Mysterious Kingdom of Fungi
Although they make a big impact on our lives, fungi are often invisible to the untrained eye.