Sea Turtles and Friends

Here is all you need to know about sharing the beach and the rules that are set up to help us live together. Read more to find out more about the endangered animals and wildlife you may encounter at Tiki House!

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Sea Turtle Species at Gulf Islands - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

The loggerhead turtle ( Caretta caretta) is the most common sea turtle in Florida's waters, and the most common in Gulf Islands National Seashore. They grow on average to a length of three feet and a weight of up to 350 pounds.

Why Sea Turtles Matter - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

The presence of sea turtles within Gulf Islands National Seashore illustrates the biodiversity and beauty of marine wildlife, but they are also ecologically important to both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. In a terrestrial ecosystem, turtle eggs increase nutrients on beaches, which then promote vegetation growth that stabilizes sand dunes and barrier islands.

Nature and Wildlife

With miles of unspoiled beaches along the Gulf Coast the Pensacola and Perdido beaches are home to a variety of wildlife.

Pensacola: Home to the Beloved Sea Turtle

If you see someone babysitting a sea turtle nest on Pensacola Beach or Perdido Key, ask him or her if you can quietly sit nearby and watch. Even if you have to sit there all night, believe me, it's worth it.

You Can Help Sea Turtles at Gulf Islands - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

Turtle T.H.i.S. (Teens Helping in the Seashore): Volunteer at Gulf Islands as a citizen scientist to conduct field work to learn about the impact of neighborhood lighting on sea turtle nesting and how you and your community can help protect sea turtles.

Witness the magic of sea turtles hatching, if you're lucky

It's an amazing time of year again on the shorelines of Pensacola Beach and the Gulf Islands National Seashore (GINS). Sea turtle hatchling season is in full swing all over Florida, where about 90 percent of sea turtle nesting in the U.S. takes place.

How Baby Sea Turtles Find Their Way Home

The cutest conservation story ever? Maybe. Do it for the turtles... SUBSCRIBE! ►► http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub ↓ More info and sources below ↓ Want to wear your love for science? We've got merch: http://dftba.com/besmart Special thanks to Dr. Donna Shaver and the Padre Island National Seashore Division of Sea Turtle Science and Recovery for having us!

Explore Pensacola: Sea Turtle Season

The rare wonder of watching dozens of baby sea turtles emerge from their nest and make their way to the shore is truly one of the most magical things you'll ever see, and it's all about timing.

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Sea Turtles and Friends

Stephanie And Chris

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Sea Turtle Season

A Day at Sea

Visit the Gulf Breeze Zoo | Gulf Breeze, Florida

Sea Turtle Species at Gulf Islands - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

Why Sea Turtles Matter - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

Nature and Wildlife

Pensacola: Home to the Beloved Sea Turtle

You Can Help Sea Turtles at Gulf Islands - Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

Witness the magic of sea turtles hatching, if you're lucky

How Baby Sea Turtles Find Their Way Home

Explore Pensacola: Sea Turtle Season

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