Migrating sea turtles find empty U.S. beaches, a rare chance to thrive

The video discusses the positive impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on sea turtles, as reduced human activity on beaches allows them to thrive. A 2016 University of Florida study showed that removing beach detritus can significantly increase turtle nesting. There are seven species of sea turtles, most of which are endangered, with only one in a thousand hatchlings surviving to adulthood. Sea turtles face threats from predators and human activities, including pollution, fishing gear, and climate change.

What percentage of sea turtle hatchlings survive to adulthood?

What role do human activities play in the decline of sea turtle populations?