Sea Turtle Survival Trivia

The hatchlings of which animal have only a one in 1,000 survival rate in the wild?

• Penguins

• Alligators

• Sea Turtles

• Ostrich

What is a main threat to sea turtle hatchlings?

• Food shortage

• Predators and pollution

• Cold

• No nesting sites

How many species of sea turtles are endangered?

• Three

• Five

• Seven

• Nine

Which island on the Georgia coast is a safe haven for sea turtles?

• Tybee Island

• Jekyll Island

• Cumberland Island

• St. Simons Island

What type of light is allowed on the beach at night to protect sea turtle hatchlings?

• Blue lights

• Green lights

• Red lights

• White lights

Why are other light colours besides red not allowed on the beach during sea turtle nesting season?

• They attract predators

• They confuse hatchlings

• They are too bright

• They are not energy efficient

What natural phenomenon do sea turtle hatchlings follow to reach the sea?

• Sound of waves

• Moonlight glow

• Scent of ocean

• Direction of wind

What is the role of experts on nighttime patrols during sea turtle nesting season?

• Count hatchlings

• Guide hatchlings to the sea

• Protect hatchlings from predators

• Monitor and protect nesting sites

What obstacle do sea turtle hatchlings face from sand to sea?

• Rocks

• Footprints

• Driftwood

• Seaweed

What is the main reason for using red lights in sea turtle conservation?

• Less visible to predators

• Less disruptive to hatchlings

• More energy efficient

• Easier to install