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News : What's New : 14-Aug-2026

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• Ancient bones reveal which sea turtles were hunted by humans - Researchers analyzed ancient sea turtle bones to uncover 1000 years of hunting, providing valuable insights for modern conservation efforts. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 21)

• Leatherback turtle lays nest in Outer Banks, group says it's the first time since 2009 - A leatherback turtle was seen nesting on an Outer Banks beach on Thursday, according to video taken by the Network for Endangered Sea Turtles... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 43)

• Rehabbed sea turtle dies after suspected boat propeller strike in Auckland - A Pacific green sea turtle that spent two years being rehabilitated before being released back into the wild has died after suffering injuries... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 19)

• A family grappling with ALS finds comfort in a sea turtle nest - By Brian Tress | Outer Banks Voice. Erin Criss knew, before she wrote the email, that The Network for Endangered Sea Turtles (NEST) nest-sitting spots... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 25)

• Clay Sea Turtle Bowl Workshop - On Friday, Aug. 7, create a turtle-themed bowl with air dry clay. With guidance from Pop up Art School, attendees will craft, paint and finish a... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 15)

• From 'baby time' to beaches: Inside Georgia's only sea turtle hospital on Jekyll Island - News Weather Stream Now 2 Investigates Sports Triple Team Traffic Community House 2 Home Steals and Deals Destinations Discovered Back 2 School. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 23)

• Heartwarming Moment Friendly Sea Turtle Hitches a Ride on Diver in Australia - Scuba diver Shannon Myers captured a heartwarming underwater encounter when a friendly sea turtle decided to hitch a ride on her back while... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 22)

• How the Tiniest Sea Turtle in the U.S. Is Being Saved - The Kemp's ridley sea turtle holds the unfortunate distinction of being the smallest sea turtle in the world, and for decades it also carried the... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 20)

• Large pawikan rescued in Quezon - JOMALIG, Quezon - A large sea turtle (pawikan) was rescued and returned to the sea in Sitio Sadong, Barangay Talisoy, this town, on July 30. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 34)

• Loggerhead sea turtle nests hit 911 on Sanibel Island, breaking the island's record - A record sea turtle season on Sanibel has reached 911 loggerhead nests. Even so, conservation experts say the population still needs protection. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 26)

• Sanibel sets record with over 900 loggerhead sea turtle nests - Loggerhead sea turtles have laid over 900 nests on Sanibel Island this year, marking the highest count in the island's history. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 27)

• Sanibel sets record with over 900 loggerhead sea turtle nests so far in 2026 - Loggerhead sea turtles have laid 911 nests on Sanibel Island this year, setting a record for the highest count in the island's history,... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 30)

• The "Magical" Moment: Inside the Fight to Save Jekyll Island's Turtles - It is peak nesting season for sea turtles in Georgia, but many of these... SeaTurtles #JekyllIsland #GeorgiaWildlife #Conservation #WSBTV... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 35)

• Unexpected Sea Turtle Encounter Captured Underwater - A curious sea turtle gave a diver an unforgettable underwater surprise when it swam up and attempted to nibble on her mask while exploring the... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 21)

• Meet Tommy: Malta's Sea Turtle Who Lost Both Front Flippers And Needs A New Home - For most rescued sea turtles, rehabilitation is just one step before they're released back into the wild. For Tommy, that day will never come. ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 14)

• Tropical Storm Bertha washes away roughly 15 sea turtle nests on Escambia County beaches - "We lost about 15." Sea turtle nesting season begins in May and ends in October. " Sea turtles will lay multiple nests in one season, typically 3-... ^new (Added: 31-Jul-2026 Hits: 17)

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