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Local Sea Turtle Monitoring

Published: 11/22/2021  |  Updated: 04/28/2025

We are thankful for the many local organizations who dedicate their time and resources to help keep our nesting sea turtles safe each year. Learn more about these organizations and their sea turtle programs by clicking on the links below.

 

Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) 

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Turtle Time

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State parks use a combination of park rangers and volunteers to help manage sea turtle nests. Check out our local state beach parks below.

  1. Cayo Costa State Park
  2. Lovers Key State Park
  3. Gasparilla Island State Park

 

All photos courtesy of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF).

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