The Green and Loggerhead turtle nests along Teewah Beach are now ready to hatch between January to March.
Along Teewah Beach hatchlings face the great challenge of crossing the deep 4WD tracks to reach the ocean.
Residents and visitors can help give the hatchlings the best chance of survival by not driving on the beach at night.
Turtle nests hatch when the temperature in the nest cools, usually between 6pm to 10pm.
A nest will have about 100 eggs.
Hatchlings emerge all together – called an eruption.
If you’re lucky enough to see hatchlings, clear a path over the deep tracks (if needed).
Residents are visitors are reminded, please do not handle the hatchlings.
To further help the hatchlings, please turn off all visible lights because torch light can easily disorient hatchlings hindering their race to the ocean.
Please report any nest and hatchling sightings to Cooloola CoastCare, Turtle Care on 0493 511 207.
