Other Hazards

In protecting a species from extinction, it is important to also protect their habitat. For sea turtles that means not only protecting the oceans but also the beaches where they nest.

Beach furniture and other equipment left on the beach may prevent turtles from reaching a suitable nesting location.  Sea turtles may even become entangled in beach clutter.

Please dispose of monofilament fishing line properly.  Many marine animals die because they become entangled in carelessly discarded monofilament line.

All photos courtesy of Turtle Time Inc.

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