The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported the exciting news of the first loggerhead sea turtle nest on Sanibel Island! This special mama turtle, identified as Turmeric thanks to her tags, was encountered by SCCF’s nighttime tagging team. Turmeric has a history with Sanibel, having returned to nest there in 2020, 2021, 2023, and now 2024! This nest also marks a tie for loggerhead nests between Sanibel and Captiva Islands, with both having one each.
SCCF highlighted the importance of supporting their work in protecting these threatened animals. You can adopt a sea turtle nest through their program: Click here to visit their website.
The announcement also served as a reminder for beachgoers to be mindful of nesting turtles. Please turn off lights and flashlights near the beach after 9 pm and avoid leaving obstacles on the sand, such as furniture, trash, sandcastles, or holes, which can hinder the turtles’ nesting process.
