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Biscayne National Park
All About Sea Turtles and Conservation Efforts in Biscayne National Park
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A Biscayne National Park employee assists with a sea turtle release.

Welcome to Biscayne National Park's Sea Turtle Main Page. The park offers many opportunities to observe sea turtles in their natural habitat, and we hope that when you visit the park you are lucky enough to spot a turtle surfacing in the water or hanging out on a reef. To learn more about different aspects of sea turtles in Biscayne National Park and what park staff and volunteers are doing to protect sea turtles, please click on any of the links below:

 

Sea Turtle Basic Background Information

 

Species Focus: Loggerhead Turtles

 

Biscayne National Park’s Sea Turtle Conservation Program

 

How can I help protect sea turtles?

 

Summary of 2008 sea turtle nesting and habitat restoration activity

 

Summary of 2009 sea turtle nesting and habitat restoration activity  (This page will be routinely updated throughout the year, so please visit often!)

Kids discover small wonders with a park ranger.  

Did You Know?
For over 30 years, Biscayne National Park has been providing 3-day, 2-night residential camping programs for school groups on one of the park's islands. All equipment and boat transportation are provided free of charge.
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Last Updated: July 05, 2009 at 16:43 EST