The 2023 Sea Turtle Season ended on October 31st and for other parts of Florida, they’ve seen their nesting numbers tripled. Even FWC spokesperson, Tonya Long added, “widespread reports from nesting surveyors around the state are showing record-breaking years, especially for loggerheads and green turtles, as she described the phenomenon as "exciting."
A grand total of 18,906 sea turtle eggs were laid on the island. Out of this number, an astounding 18,298 eggs emerged from their nests and successfully made their way to the sea.