Our turtle adventure in pictures

Annual ‘Finraiser’ a big success!

Thanks to all who participated in the annual Fin-raiser at he Lewes Yacht Club on Saturday, Nov. 19. Please remember to shop at the local merchants who donated to the event for the holidays. To see photos of the event visit our Events page.

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Green Sea Turtle nesting at Cape Henlopen makes history

(Updated 10.17.11. See our Strandings page)

A clutch of nearly 190 eggs laid by an endangered green sea turtle on the beach at Cape Henlopen State Park in late August was successfully moved on Oct. 5 to a climate-controlled room at the University of Delaware’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment. The move marks the latest in a series of actions to help the nesting – the first of its kind recorded in Delaware – and ensure the safety of the eggs. (Read more)

Please help us continue to provide these services to sea turtles and marine mammals by donating in the upper left-hand corner of this page!

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Marine Mammals and Sea Turtles of Delaware

Over 30 species of Marine Mammals and Sea Turtles occur off of Delaware’s coast each year, many of which are endangered or protected species. These marine animals utilize the area as a feeding ground for a variety of organisms that are part of our marine ecosystem. Click on the animals above to learn more.

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