Do you love sea turtles as much as we do? Find out how, and why, marine biologists at the University of the Virgin Islands study these ancient creatures! Plus, learn how the research helps ensure the survival of this endangered species. You will get a close-up look at how the turtles are safely captured, measured, and tagged, then returned to their natural habitat.

Go to viepscor.org/kids-turtle-tagging-fun to download a fun worksheet you can use to color, measure, and “tag” your own sea turtle.

Don’t forget! It is illegal to capture or harass sea turtles in the Territory. All sea turtle research at UVI is undertaken only by express permission from the National Marine Fisheries Service.

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Support for this project is made possible by funding from the National Science Foundation.