In a record turtle nesting year, scientists still worry about rising tides and temperatures

The turtle nesting season at South Padre Island is over, with more nests than ever in the more than 30 year recorded history at Sea Turtle Inc. It's a sign that today's beach patrols and artificial nest management strategies are working, even if volunteers and staff are fighting an uphill battle.

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