Sea turtle migration is the long-distance movement of sea turtles (superfamily Chelonioidea), comprising the swimming of adults to their breeding beaches, and also the offshore migration of hatchings.

Most sea turtles migrate between foraging and nesting grounds, and seasonally to warmer waters. Often these migrations take them hundreds and even thousands of miles. With satellite telemetry, …

Mar 4, 2025 · Sea Turtle Migration and Movements: This map shows sea turtle migration and movements. It is focused on a specific place on purpose, this is to show a certain migration pattern of …

Discover the remarkable ocean journeys of sea turtles, from their ancient routes to the incredible ways they find their way and how we protect them.

We now know that sea turtles are highly migratory, often traveling hundreds or even thousands of miles between the beaches where they lay their eggs and the foraging (feeding) grounds where they spend …

Nov 10, 2025 · Sea turtles are impressive navigators, undertaking vast, cyclical journeys across entire ocean basins. This long-distance movement, known as migration, is a fundamental part of their life …

Oct 30, 2024 · A new study finds that leatherback sea turtles tend to migrate rather than forage when chlorophyll, primary productivity, and sea surface temperature levels are lower.

Jul 18, 2025 · Besides identifying and tagging turtles, the team collects data and biological samples, places protective cages over nests, relocates nests in dangerous locations, keeps hatchlings safe on …

Aug 12, 2024 · This guide will explain the secrets of sea turtle migration, including what affects their journeys, their difficulties, and how we can help ensure their survival.

Dec 24, 2024 · Once the baby sea turtles get bigger, about the size of a dinner plate, they start exploring different habitats. These creatures migrate from one foraging ground to another.