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Holden Beach Turtle Hatching |
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We are very lucky here at Holden Beach for many reasons, one of which is that we are a nesting beach for the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. The loggerhead Turtle is a Threatened Species that is protected under the Endangered Species Act, so harassing a sea turtle, even a baby, is illegal. The Loggerhead starts nesting on our beach at night in mid May and continues to nest thru August and sometimes into September. The babies start hatching in July, usually continuing into October. There are things that you as a vacationer can do to help.
The Turtle Patrol also maintains a Stranding Team, which aids and assists deceased and injured turtles. Call the 24 hour local pager number 754-0766 (a toll free call from the Holden Beach area) to report mother turtles laying their nests, stranded turtles, or unattended hatchlings. Leave your numeric message (phone number) and stand by for a return call. For additional information, videos, photos and lots more, visit www.hbTurtleWatch.org. |
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