Turtle Nesting Season on North Carolina Beaches | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

North Carolina’s beaches are alive this summer—not just with sunbathers, but with sea turtles on nesting alert. Over 1,000 nests logged so far, mostly loggerheads, with green and leatherbacks making rare appearances. While numbers look promising, hatchlings face real dangers: foxes, raccoons, beach chairs, and worst of all, artificial lights that confuse turtles trying to reach the ocean. Climate change looms too—warmer sands could skew sex ratios and alter nesting seasons. If you’re on the coast, turn off lights, clear gear at night, and keep your distance. Spot something? Call experts—don’t…