Today’s Sea Turtle Mama took a circuitous and windy route before she laid her nest, making it a bit tricky to locate. Our morning patrol team dug wide and far, using the standard locators guided by the mama’s tracks. But some of our more experienced team members just have the knack, and helped locate this Mama’s 138 eggs – a large nest indeed! Because she laid inside the tideline the nest was relocated to higher ground.
Over the weekend we had several false crawls and a number of additional nests. A few needed relocation, but some of the sea turtles mamas are enjoying the new expanse of the beach and climbing high.
We are enjoying our beach visitors and all their questions! As always, we appreciate the interest and support. Thanks for all the calls, keep them coming!
Nest #8
Nest #7
Nest #6 (and a sleepy bear!)
Nest #5
Nest #4
Nest #3
**This conservation work for protected sea turtles on Caswell Beach is authorized by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (ES Permit 26ST03).
Please consider donating to our efforts as we build up our necessary resources for the season.
You can donate at Caswell Beach Turtle Watch Donations.
YOU CAN HELP! If you see a sea turtle mama coming onto the beach and and attempting to nest, please call our hotline immediately (910-368-6323) to notify us. During sea turtle season, we monitor 24/7. Please educate your family, friends, neighbors and especially – your renters. ALWAYS feel free to reach out to us if there is a concern, or you have questions. (All contact info is at the top of the page.)
PLEASE PRINT AND SHARE our Sea Turtle Info Sheet below. If you own a rental or are a renter, please post this for visitors to see. Greater education and understanding will lead to more happy and healthy sea turtles gracing our beaches. Every little bit helps!
