Be careful for sea turtles! 4 species of sea turtles are feeding in our waters now, and too many are being killed by vessel strikes.
The mostly seen species is the Loggerhead, which generally measure about 2 to three toes lengthy. Loggerheads are various shades of brown, and so they typically bask on the floor to relaxation. A Loggerhead on the floor can resemble a small patch of brown seaweed.
Different sea turtles it’s possible you’ll encounter in Massachusetts embody:
- Kemp’s Ridley turtle (critically endangered)
- Leatherback turtle (endangered)
- Inexperienced turtle (threatened)
Please watch forward of your boat – don’t go on autopilot – and also you may save a sea turtle’s life.
Moreover, please report turtle sightings to Mass Audubon’s sea turtle web site for boaters: seaturtlesightings.org. It’s straightforward to report on-line, simply full this kind. You can too report sightings by calling 1-888-Sea-Turt (1-888-732-8878).
Thanks and revel in sharing the ocean!
» For extra details about sea turtles, go to Mass Audubon’s web site.
