The ocean reality

Sea turtle facts

Palm Beach County is the sea turtle nesting capital of Florida! Over 30,000 nests a year!

With that reality comes necessary stewardship, education and protection of these Federally endangered animals.

5 types of sea turtles hang out in our local waters. The Leatherback, the Loggerhead and Green turtles nest each year. Kemp’s Ridley and Hawksbill love our waters but rarely nest on our beaches.

Local sea turtle venues and experiences

Click the links below.

Loggerhead Marinelife Center (opens in a new tab) — for education, rehabbing sea turtle viewing and DIY beach clean ups!

Sea Turtle Adventures (opens in a new tab) — for education, on the beach nest and hatchling experiences!

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park (opens in a new tab) — for education, beach going, kayaking and sea turtle nest experiences!

ID of sea turtle tracks on our beaches!

All sea turtles are protected by the US Endangered Species Act.

If you find a struggling hatchling or hurt adult, call 1-888-404-FWCC (3922).

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