Sea Turtle Information and Conservation

A tiny sea turtle begins its journey after hatching in the park.

NPS image by Ryan Fura

There are many opportunities to observe sea turtles in their natural habitat in the park. We hope you are lucky enough to spot a turtle surfacing in the water or hanging out on a reef. To learn more about the different aspects of sea turtles and what park employees and volunteers are doing to protect them, please click on the links below.

• Basic information
• Conservation program
• Loggerheads
• How to help

 

Sea turtle nest site work at Elliott Key.

NPS image by Matt Johnson