Turtle nesting season is in full swing, but so is beach season meeting that the areas these turtles’ nest on are busier than ...

Critically endangered hawksbill turtles have been hunted for their patterned shells for centuries to make tortoiseshell jewelry and decorative curios. The exploitation and trade pushed the species ...

Scientists have discovered dozens of animal species that were once thought to be silent, but are actually vocal communicators – including singing sea turtles and acoustic-producing living fossils.

Nesting season officially kicked off on May 1 throughout the state of Florida, where about 90% of sea turtle nesting in the U.S. takes place.

To help untangle this mystery, in 2022 the World Wildlife Fund launched an initiative called ShellBank, which aims to use genetic analysis to trace sea turtle products to their points of origin.

Sea turtle nesting season kicked off May 1 and continues through Oct. 31. Here, Sea Turtle Conservancy's Lexie Beach offers tips for enjoying our waters while also keeping them safe for hatchlings.

Kemp's ridley sea turtle nesting season has broken records, marking a turning point for the endangered species.

The 2025 Kemp's ridley sea turtle nesting season has broken records, marking a turning point for the endangered species.

Report sea turtle sightings at 252-216-6892 Try not to leave a trace on the beach and cover any holes left by beach equipment, including chairs, nets and umbrellas Make sure fires are completely ...

Officers stumbled upon a mother sea turtle preparing a nest for her soon-to-be hatchlings.

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WKRG) – Endangered sea turtles depend on our beaches to survive during one of the most crucial points in their lives…summer nesting season. One organization, known as Shar… ...