Tamara Jones+FollowGrandma Sea Turtle Makes Epic ComebackJasmine, a 64-year-old loggerhead sea turtle, just returned to Jekyll Island to lay her eggs—making her the oldest nesting loggerhead ever recorded there! She’s been coming back since 1991, and these turtles always return to their birthplace to nest. Loggerheads can lay up to 500 eggs a season, and the sand’s temp decides if hatchlings are boys or girls. If you’re ever on Jekyll Island, you might spot these ancient mamas—just remember to use turtle-safe lights! #Science #SeaTurtles #JekyllIsland2341Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowSea Turtles’ Wild GPS SuperpowerSea turtle hatchlings are born with a mind-blowing natural GPS! Minutes after hatching, they dash to the ocean, memorizing their beach’s unique scent and magnetic field. Then, they vanish for years, riding currents and using the Earth’s magnetic field to cross entire oceans—no map, no parents, just pure instinct. Decades later, they return to the exact same beach to lay eggs. Nature’s navigation skills are on another level! Protecting these little travelers is more important than ever. #SeaTurtles #NatureIsWild #AnimalMigration #Science20Share
Dr. Michael Henson+FollowItaly’s Beach That’s Basically the MaldivesOkay, this is wild: Spiaggia dei Conigli (aka Rabbit Beach) just snagged Italy’s #1 beach spot for 2025, and it’s giving serious Maldives vibes. We’re talking crystal-clear water, white sand, rugged cliffs, and—wait for it—sea turtles hatching right on the beach! It’s tucked away on a tiny island closer to Africa than Italy, so getting there is a trek, but everyone says it’s 100% worth it. Who’s adding this to their bucket list? #TravelGoals #Italy #BeachVibes #HiddenGems #SeaTurtles #Travel110Share
Patrick Simmons+FollowMicroplastics Threaten Turtle Populations🐢 Disturbing news from Malaysia: Microplastics in sea turtle nests are causing gender imbalances. Warmer sand temperatures lead to more females, putting future generations at risk. 🌊 Let's reduce plastic pollution together—every bit helps! 🌍 #ProtectWildlife #SayNoToPlastic #SeaTurtles #Science80Share
