A call coming into the hotline, of a Sea Turtle Coming to shore. The NMB STP Volunteers are soon there to ensure all is quiet, no lights and all a respectful distance away. Once the Sea Turtle has nested and headed back into the water, measurements were taken, and the overall body condition to ensure no fishing line or other entanglements are present. Sea Turtles will come to shore only to nest or in need of help. This would likely be the only or one of a few opportunities to remove any entanglement materials. All was great, once she reached the water picked up her head, took a deep breath and atlas was back in her safe environment. She has done her part in helping the survival of the Endangered Sea Turtle Species.
Big, beautiful tracks (crawl). Many beach walkers have stopped to see and learn more about the endangered Sea Turtle. The NMB STP Volunteers are excited to share information about the endangered Sea Turtle species, a highlight of many who will now know ways they can help in their everyday lives to help in Sea Turtle Conservation.
Great job to all of the NMB STP out walking everyday rain or shine (unless lightening or unsafe conditions.)
The family that did everything right. they had seen this Sea Turtle come to shore, made the call to the NMB STP Hotline, and stayed until the permitted Volunteers arrived. So, they could make sure she could nest in peace with no lights, or anyone disturbing her. All came out the next morning to learn more about the Sea Turtle they helped nest in peace. Thank you for making the difference.
Because this was in an unsafe area, many lights and heavy traffic this nest is carefully relocated to an undisclosed area.
126 eggs relocated and protected
All Sea Turtles are endangered; they are federally and state protected. Special guidelines, training and permits are required to work with Nesting Sea Turtles, Nest, Hatchlings and stranded Sea Turtles.
If you encounter a Nesting Sea Turtle, Hatchling or stranded Sea Turtle in NMB or Briarcliffe areas please call:
NMB STP HOTLINE
843-213-9074
ANYTIME DAY OR NIGHT
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