Protecting Nesting Sea Turtles in Volusia and Flagler Counties, Florida.
Turtle Fest 2024
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Turtle Trek 5K Run/Walk
Thank you to everyone for coming out to support us at Turtle Trek 5K on March 2, 2024!
Click here to visit our Turtle Trek 5K page for: * Photos from the day * Link to race results * List of sponsors THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING
SEA TURTLES! |
LOGGERHEADThe Loggerhead Turtle is the most common turtle on our beaches. She is named for her immense, block-like head and strong jaws.
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LEATHERBACKThe Leatherback Turtle is the largest turtle. She has a leathery shell, can reach up to 7 feet in length and weigh up to 1,500 pounds.
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GREENThe Green Turtle gets her name from the color of her fat. She is an herbivore, eating plants, sea grasses,
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HAWKSBILLThe Hawksbill Turtle has a beautiful, distinct carapace (shell). It is tortoiseshell in color and has overlapping scutes (scales).
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KEMP'S RIDLEYThe Kemp's Ridley is the most endangered sea turtle in the world. She is relatively small, weighing less than 100 pounds.
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