Going to the beach? What to know to help keep sea turtles safe. About 90% of sea turtle nesting in the USA occurs on Florida beaches, from May 1 to Oct. 31. Some of the largest threats to turtle survival come from human activity. “The best thing you can do is leave the beach as natural as you can,” said Melissa Macksey, senior biologist at the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program. Each year, thousands of sea turtle mothers swim ashore on Florida's coasts, digging into the sand with their flippers, rotating their bodies to lay about 100 of their eggs, then returning to the sea. After incubating for about 60 days, the eggs hatch, and the tiny turtles dash toward the water. Swipe through to learn more about sea turtles and how you can take steps to ensure their safety. Click the link in our bio for more.