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Yahoo
22-07-2025
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Florida sea turtle nesting season: Reckless people blamed for false crawls on Vero Beach
An increase in sea turtle nesting season false crawls on Treasure Coast beaches has one conservation group urging residents to stay off the beach at night, be more careful if you do go, and don't scare away the animals. About 70% of turtles' attempts to nest were thwarted on a half-mile stretch of Vero Beach between Sexton Plaza Beach and Humiston Beach Park since June 1, said Kendra Bergman, executive director of Coastal Connections, a Vero Beach-based sea turtle conservation group. That touristy strip of oceanfront hotels and restaurants has attracted about 60 people a night, with a peak of 108, Bergman told TCPalm. About a quarter of them used white flashlights and many interacted with turtles, "ultimately influencing the turtle to not nest and return to the ocean," Bergman said. "Although not every false crawl is caused by humans, the human-influenced false crawls are a major concern and completely preventable," Bergman said. Florida sea turtle nesting season Avoid the beach after dark from March through October. In Vero Beach, the public beach parks close at 10 p.m. If you insist on going at night, do not use a phone or flashlight because the white light scares nesting sea turtles. Human eyes will adjust to the dark, and the moon gives off enough natural light to stay safe. Join a guided turtle walk or daytime turtle dig to search for live hatchlings that didn't make it out of the nest and release them into the ocean. Always view wildlife from a distance. If you insist on going at night, give turtles lots of space so you can watch the entire nesting process without disturbing them. False crawls, light pollution, lack of rain, climate change Other false crawl culprits — some natural and some human-caused — include coastal light pollution, beach furniture and other obstructions, and holes left in the sand and some natural beach composition issues. In June and July, the sand can become dry when there's no rain, said Lauren Maline, a biologist with Ecological Associates. The private consultant based in Jensen Beach documented higher rates of false crawls during a two- to three-week period in mid-June and early-July, when there was an unusual lack of rain, Maline said. "Extremely dry sand can inhibit the ability of our sea turtles to properly dig their egg chambers," Maline said. "During times of decreased rain, we often see more abandoned nesting attempts, where the turtles have sometimes started the nesting process, but then abandoned due to less-than-ideal conditions. " Recent rain "helped a lot in reducing the number of false crawls we are seeing each day," Maline said in mid-July. Loggerhead sea turtle nests For loggerhead sea turtles, it is not unusual for the false crawl rate to exceed 50% or even average 60% as it did on the Treasure Coast in 2024, Maline said. The percentage of successful crawls above the high tide line that result in nests averages 40-50%, and in 2024, it was: 37% in Indian River County 41% in Martin County 42% in St. Lucie County So far this year, it's been: 44.1% in Indian River County 49.1% in Martin County 53% in St. Lucie County "Data actually shows that as a whole, we are at a higher nesting success than last season," Maline said. "It is still early in the nesting season, so these numbers will change and this data only accounts for one species of the three that nest on our beaches." The other two are greens and leatherbacks. Loggerhead, green, leatherback turtle nesting numbers Loggerhead sea turtles have laid this many nests so far this year: 1,305 in Martin County 3,865 in Indian River County 3,930 in St. Lucie County Green sea turtles have laid this many nests so far this year: 64 in Martin County 243 St. Lucie County 666 in Indian River County Leatherback sea turtles have laid this many nests so far this year: 75 in Indian River County 218 in Martin County 245 in St. Lucie County What is the nesting behavior of a sea turtle? Sea turtles, which are on the federal endangered species list, live most of their lives in the ocean, but adult females lay their eggs on land. They often return to the same beach where they were born. They migrate hundreds to thousands of miles between feeding grounds and nesting beaches every year. Leatherbacks are among the most highly migratory animals on earth, traveling as many as 10,000 miles or more each year, according to NOAA Fisheries. The temperature of the sand determines the hatchlings' sex. Nests that are 81.86 degrees produce males while 88.8 degrees produces females, according to NOAA. Fluctuating temperatures will produce a mix. Gopher tortoises: Relocations spike amid development boom, but Florida running out of room Florida coral reef: Will fishing council let rock shrimp nets drag the rare Oculina Bank? Loss and degradation of nesting and foraging habitats due to coastal development, pollution and climate change are among the most significant threats to sea turtles around the world. Others include: Vessel strikes Entanglement in marine debris Bycatch from commercial and recreational fishing In some areas, killing and eating turtles and their eggs. Tim O'Hara is TCPalm's environment reporter. Contact him at This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Florida sea turtle nesting season false crawls on Vero Beach Solve the daily Crossword
Associated Press
26-04-2025
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- Associated Press
Kendra Bergman Opens a Dialogue on Intuition, Healing, and Self-Acceptance
A compelling and unfiltered guide to embracing your intuitive truth and breaking free from societal judgment. COOKSTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 / / -- Kendra Bergman's revelatory book, 'You're Not Fcking Crazy,' is a raw, soul-stirring guide for anyone navigating unexplained spiritual experiences. A certified Angel Reiki Master, Chakra Healer, Life Force Energy Healer, and Yoga Instructor, Bergman masterfully blends her expertise with personal insights to empower readers to trust their inner voice and explore the power of their intuitive gifts without shame or fear. In this transformative read, Bergman dismantles outdated stigmas around spiritual awakening and the inner workings of the egoic mind. Through deeply personal anecdotes and reflections, she leads readers on a journey of realization: that hearing voices or seeing visions doesn't make one crazy—it may actually mean you're finally tuning into your Higher Self. The book redefines 'normal,' fostering a safe space for people to share their stories, connect with their Spirit Team, and step confidently into their authentic selves. 'Once you get past the title, Kendra Bergman's journey into the 'egoic mind' borders on downright intriguing—even if you're not quite into it,' says Dan Shearer of Wick Communications. 'You won't feel as if you're alone on your journey. She makes sure of that.' Bergman's passion for spiritual growth began humbly in a local day spa in Sierra Vista, where she met her first mentor. Her mission is rooted in love, unity, and acceptance—and now, through her debut book, she offers readers a chance to reconnect with the messages from within. With humor, honesty, and vulnerability, Bergman reminds readers that spiritual experiences are not signs of madness but markers of awakening. At this year's LA Times Festival of Books, The Reading Glass Books presents this enlightening work of Kendra Bergman at Booth #959 in the Black Zone at the University of Southern California. 'You're Not F*cking Crazy' motivates readers to embrace life to the fullest and strive to be the best version of themselves. An engaging read, this book is now available for purchase through Amazon and other major online retailers. About The Reading Glass Books The Reading Glass Books is your local bookstore with a heart and now an emerging self-publishing house. We believe that each book is an experience, and we take that into heart as we celebrate both writers and readers manifested on our bookshelves—becoming part of everyone's reading journey since 2020. Please visit for more information. Lyn Goot The Reading Glass Books email us here Visit us on social media: Instagram Facebook YouTube Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
