Sanibel Sea Turtle Nests and Rainbows

Rainbow over Pointe Santo de Sanibel after a rain, just as the sun was coming up.

The sea turtle nesting season is in full swing on the islands now.  There are a lot of nests on the beach near Pointe Santo.  There are even more nests than last year.  If you are an island guest, please keep this in mind.  Do all you can to help make this a successful nesting season.

Certain rules are in place here during this time.  Sea turtles are federally protected by the Endangered Species act making it illegal to interfere with their nesting and hatching in any way.

Do not leave beach furniture, tents, or toys on the beach over night.  Turn all lights out that would shine on or toward the beach area and avoid making noise.  Do not use flashlights or camera flash on beach at night.  Never approach a sea turtle if you see one on the beach.  Do not take flash photos of sea turtles. 

To learn more about protecting our sea turtles, visit the SCCF website.