How Baby Sea Turtles Find Their Way Home

Sea Turtle Rescue by Refuge Biologist

"I came across some baby sea turtle tracks one morning at the refuge and noticed many of the tracks went up into the dune instead of directly to the water. A quick search revealed several hatchlings floundering in the dune vegetation. As the acting refuge biologist, I am permitted to handle these protected turtles for purpose of rescue. This was an amazing opportunity for me to examine these amazing creatures up close and personal, a rare an priceless occurrence.

These animals are protected, please do not approach them in the wild."