10/07/2025
South Carolina’s coastline sets the stage for one of nature’s most enduring journeys—the nesting of the loggerhead sea turtle.
From fragile barrier islands to bustling beaches, these ancient mariners face threats from predators, development, plastics, and fishing gear—yet their story is one of remarkable resilience.
For over four decades, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, dedicated volunteers, and the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center have worked together to monitor nests, rescue the injured, and give hatchlings a fighting chance. 🐢💙
Thanks to their efforts, millions of turtles have safely reached the ocean, ensuring that wild stories continue to be written in the sand.
All sea turtle activity authorized under SCDNR Marine Turtle Permit : MTP531 | South Carolina Aquarium: MTP2025-0004