Loggerhead Marinelife Center and The Juno beach Pier are now open!

The hurricane has exposed sea turtle nests and sea turtle eggs, which is very difficult to witness. Although it’s hard to see, please do not touch the eggs, leave them in place. Usually, once eggs are exposed, they are not viable, but have the best chance of survival if left untouched. While we have experienced loss, it’s important to know that a majority of this season's sea turtle nests have successfully hatched out before the storm. We are grateful for the overwhelming support and concern for sea turtles on our local beaches and encourage you to ask us questions or tag us in comments regarding proper sea turtle protocol. When LMC’s Juno Beach, FL campus reopens, hatchlings can be brought to the Center for drop off at our hatchling drop off area at the front of our Center. Hatchlings are threatened / endangered animals and can be transported in a bucket with damp sand, no water. As Hurricane Dorian moves along Florida’s coastline, we encourage you to exercise extreme caution as our beaches are experiencing significant wind and wave action. Please stay safe and follow our accounts for official updates. Thank you!