Protecting sea turtles in Aruba one nest at a time
About our work
How we protect nests on Aruba's beaches
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About Aruba turtles
Meet the four endangered sea turtlespecies that nest here
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How to help
Volunteer, donate, or spread the word
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40+
Caribbean territories
4
Endangered species
nest here
30+
Years of Conservation Work
1/1000
Hatchlings reach adulthood
Why Turtugaruba exists
Sea turtles have survived 100 million years. Today, four turtle species nesting in Aruba face extinction without our help.
The threat
Every species nesting here is endangered or threatened by habitat loss and human activity.
Our Answer
We monitor nests, train volunteers, educate communities, and coordinate with regional partners.
Nesting season runs from March through December
Every year, female sea turtles return to Aruba's beaches to lay their eggs on the same sand where they were born. It's one of nature's most remarkable moments, and it happens right here on our island. Learn how to spot a nest, what to do if you see a turtle nesting, and how to protect the hatchlings on their first journey to the sea.
