The project depends upon the support and cooperation of the public. Leatherback Turtles continue to nest in Broward County in lower numbers (14 nests last year) but there is a long term increasing trend. We do not leave the plaques on the nest, so you may see nests that don’t have plaques in an area you like but, that may not be a suitable nest for adoption or we may have another reason for not placing a plaque. You can adopt a rescued sea turtle from China or adopt a wild sea turtle from Hawaii. Adopting a loggerhead sea turtle nest will provide the Coastal Discovery Museum with important funds to help support our educational programs which inspire people to care for the Lowcountry and all the plants, animals, and people who call this place home. Provide your contact information and a dedication, if you choose. Please note that this adoption is symbolic and does not convey ownership or the right to possess any sea turtle or sea turtle product. Show your support for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch by adopting a sea turtle nest that has been laid on the beaches of Anna Maria Island. Sea Turtles 911 Adoption Center gives you the opportunity to adopt a sea turtle from China or Hawaii. ALL sea turtles are listed as a Federal Endangered Species. The project depends upon the support and cooperation of the public. Leatherback Turtles continue to nest in Broward County in lower numbers (14 nests last year) but there is a long term increasing trend. A portion of the project is funded by The National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation from donations to their Adopt a Nest Program. As a premium for your $125 tax-deductible donation a plaque of your choice will be placed on a nest . Please fill out a separate form for each nest you are adopting. A portion of the project is funded by The National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation from donations to their Adopt A Nest program. Adopt a Sea Turtle nest now for the 2020 season. Leatherback Turtles continue to nest in Broward County in lower numbers (14 nests last year), but there is a long term increasing trend. Help preserve one of our most iconic marine species. Information about the turtles that come here, TBT’s turtle rescue efforts and up-dates about the specific nest you adopt will be provided. Your contribution will ensure nesting beaches and baby sea turtles are safe from predators, poachers, rising sea levels and other threats. While sea turtles spend most of their life in warm and temperate waters, female sea turtles create nests and lay eggs on the beach. During peak nesting periods, female sea turtles dig a nest, lay 70-190 eggs (depending on the species), bury the eggs and return to the ocean.