From ABC7 New York · · 1m 10s
Rare sea turtle lays eggs on West Coast
First documented West Coast olive ridley turtle nesting.
In brief
First documented West Coast olive ridley turtle nesting. A female olive ridley sea turtle laid eggs in Orange County, California, marking the first documented West Coast nesting for this endangered species. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
First documented West Coast nesting
A female olive ridley sea turtle laid eggs in Orange County, California, according to NOAA Fisheries.
Two nests confirmed
The first nest was discovered in Seal Beach after the turtle was captured on camera laying eggs, and a second nest was found in Huntington Beach.
Unusual daytime activity
The turtle typically nests at night but came up during the day as the sun set, according to NOAA Fisheries.
Potential for more nests
Officials say there could be other nests the turtle has not yet been spotted, as her behavior is unusual.
Nests protected
Both sites are cordoned off with warning signs to protect the eggs from the public.
Eggs incubating
Each nest contains 50 to 100 eggs, with incubation taking 45 to 60 days before hatching.
The one thing
A female olive ridley sea turtle laid eggs in Orange County, California, marking the first documented West Coast nesting for this endangered species.
