The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) has announced that the first sea turtle hatchlings of the season have emerged on Sanibel and Captiva islands. The first nest hatched on June 21, and as of June 28, there have been several other nests that have hatched, with a total of 387 hatchlings making their way to the Gulf of Mexico.
The SCCF also reports that the islands are on track for a record-breaking nesting season, with more than 855 nests on Sanibel and Captiva as of June 28. This includes 18 green sea turtle nests, which are a threatened species.
In addition to the news of the hatchings, the SCCF also announced that it is in need of towels to help replenish its supply. These towels are used to cover buckets that hold and protect hatchlings. If you would like to donate towels, you can do so at the SCCF’s headquarters on Sanibel Island.
