There was a lot going on this morning but it was cool out so we were okay with it! These sunrise views make it worth getting up early.
Nest 2 emerged last night with BEAUTIFUL hatchling tracks that went in a straight path to the water! No ghost crabs, and no eggs or hatchlings lost in the area. I was glad the Sunday Volunteers, who are new members of our team, got to see an emergence hole and hatchling tracks. They also got to see the emergence hole from Nest 03R.
Nest 03R and Nest 02 were laid on the same day, May 29th. Nest 03R emerged first on Day 59, and Nest 02 emerged the next day at day 60.
Our new Nest 17 (this was our Possible Nest 02) had another Ghost Crab hole with 3 broken eggs at the surface. We did catch who I believe is the culprit. I tossed him over the dunes, far from the nest. I collected the eggs and covered the hole. I marked them on the Nesting Card along with the emergence of Nest 02.
The rest of the island was pretty calm with a LOT of space to walk. It really was a beautiful morning!
Text by Erin and Leslie, Pics by Erin
Waties Island performs research and management activities regarding sea turtle conservation in accordance with SCDNR Permit Number MTP500.
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