"Fin... noggin'... duuuuude." 🐢 Multiple sea turtle species are widely known and recognized as endangered. However, many don’t know that the Kemp’s ridley is the rarest of all sea turtles, and that more that can be done for their conservation. 🌅 Sea turtles rely on historic nesting grounds to lay their eggs, meaning they will return to habitats they have frequented in the past. Because there may be years in between a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle’s return to a nesting ground, some turtles find that their once welcoming home has been modified in their absence. Nesting sites may become poached or accidentally destroyed by beach vacationers and coastal development. Coastal litter – including nets and fishing gear – also poses a risk of harming sea turtles, often entangling and drowning them. To find out more about Kemp's ridley sea turtles and the threats they are facing, head to: https://conta.cc/44NN6vb Photo Credit: Kemp's ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys kempii) by U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Northeast Region (fb)

Wild turkeys, bald eagles, and American alligators were once on the brink—and thanks to conservation efforts, they’re still here today. With your help, we can do the same for species still at risk. From mountain streams to coastal wetlands, North Carolina Wildlife Federation is working to protect wildlife and habitats across our state. 🌎 Donate today to give a voice to the voiceless and help us hit our $10,000 goal this Endangered Species Day. 👉Donate: (fb)