sea turtle nesting sites

Sea turtle nesting sites are specific beaches where female turtles return annually to lay their eggs. These sites are typically flat, clean sandy areas close to the ocean, providing a safe environment for incubation. Turtles time their nesting with warm weather and quiet conditions, often traveling long distances from feeding grounds. Conservation efforts focus on protecting these critical areas from development, pollution, and human disturbance to ensure turtles can reproduce successfully. Protecting nesting sites is essential for maintaining healthy turtle populations and the overall health of marine ecosystems.