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Gulf Islands National SeashoreA brightly glowing sunset lightens up the sky over Santa Rosa Island.
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Rare Kemp's Ridley sea turtle hatchling moving towards the Gulf.  

Did You Know?
Of the seven species of sea turtles, four species nest at Gulf Islands National Seashore. Sea turtle hatchlings instinctively head for areas of brighter light. Artificial lighting causes thousands of hatchling deaths each year.

Last Updated: November 20, 2009 at 16:48 EST