Around the world sea turtles have been used for food, tools and decorative items for centuries. This use has had a negative impact on sea turtles and today they may not survive if we do not act to help them.
Of the five types of sea turtles found in the Southeastern Atlantic, all of them are either threatened or endangered. There are many causes for the sea turtle population decline such as:
- loss of habitat, injuries
- injuries due to boating accidents, getting caught in fishing lines and nets
- ingestion of harmful materials, such as plastic bags mistaken for jellyfish
- beach erosion destroying established nesting grounds
Scientists are continually researching ways to help protect and save these amazing creatures, and each of us can play a significant role as well.
Adopt A Stranded Sea Turtle Receive benefits such as...
- quartely email updates letting you know the progress of our stranded turtles
- advanced notification and invitation to attend our turtle releases
- a private tour of our facility for you and your guests.
