June 27, 2023 – Nests #40-#42

We had 3 nicely placed nests today and 1 False Crawl.

Nest #40 is over the crest of a high dune.  Mama worked hard to get up there, too!
Crawl Width:  83cm/32.5″

Nest #41 is in a very popular area.  
Crawl Width:  84cm/33″

Nest #42 is finally in an area without any other nests, near the false crawls from yesterday.  YAY!
Crawl Width:  96cm/38″

False Crawls Width:  97cm/38″ (Nest #42 Mama?)

**This conservation work for protected sea turtles on Caswell Beach is authorized by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (ES Permit 23ST03).