Florida sets record for sea turtle nests but Trump move could stall recovery
Florida is seeing record-breaking sea turtle nesting numbers this season, signaling a successful recovery for the species. However, experts warn that recent rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act under the Trump administration could threaten these gains by prioritizing industrial development over conservation.
A nesting sea turtle in 2026. Photograph: Adrienne McCracken/Loggerhead Marinelife Center A nesting sea turtle in 2026. Photograph: Adrienne McCracken/Loggerhead Marinelife Center Marine life Florida sets record for sea turtle nests but Trump move could stall recovery Loggerhead turtles abound this season but rollback of Endangered Species Act protections could threaten future
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