Resources are available to track the location of sea turtle nests each year. Read about our incredible experience on a morning turtle patrol with our friends at Sea Island! Though it may be tempting to touch these animals or view the body pit up close, it's important that you be conscious of your surroundings and do not disturb nesting sea turtles.
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During this time, female sea turtles lay eggs in what's called a "body pit." During your day at the beach, it's very common to see sea turtle tracks leading from the ocean to the dry patch of sand where their nest has been constructed-a sure sign that sea turtles are nearby. Spot a Sea Turtle When can you do this? May through Augustįrom May through August, bales of sea turtles flock to the shores of the Golden Isles for nesting season. All children under 3 are free. Buy your tickets to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center here. The Center serves as a rehabilitation facility for injured turtles and visitors have the opportunity to meet patients at the center, or view live feedings, daily.Īdmission to the Georgia Sea Turtle center is $10.60 for adults (seniors $9.54) and $8.48 for children. Learn about the journey the sea turtle takes when venturing out to sea and view gallery exhibits focusing on the sea turtle. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island is the #1 go-to spot to educate yourself on what is perhaps considered the most iconic animal in the Golden Isles. Explore the Georgia Sea Turtle Center When can you do this? Year round! Please view our list below of a few ways that you can discover more about the sea turtles that inhabit our waters-and do your part to assist in sea turtle conservation efforts. In the upcoming spring and summer seasons, and practically anytime you visit the Golden Isles, there will usually be something sea turtle related that you can take part in. With several different species of sea turtles and countless ways to witness and learn about this shelled creature, the Golden Isles makes the perfect trip for those who are interested in discovering all that there is to know about this exceptional animal. One animal that is truly becoming iconic to the Golden Isles is the sea turtle. Here, you will find many unique species of animals living in and around our marsh and ocean waters. Salty sea waters meet beautiful sandy shores along the coast of Georgia.
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