Sea turtles are known to be majestic creatures that spend most of their lives in the ocean. However, there is one extraordinary event that occurs on land – the sea turtle egg laying process. This ...

Dozens of loggerhead hatchlings just churned up from the sand at Fort Fisher, and the spectacle has a name that sounds far more alarming than what actually unfolded on that North Carolina beach.

On a warm April afternoon, turtles gather on logs and rocks to absorb sunlight. Basking in the sun plays a critical role in their survival. As so-called “cold-blooded” animals, turtles rely on ...