4425 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key, Florida 34228 Phone: (941) 383-6224 Toll Free: (888) 383-6224 Contact Us: info@laplayacondo.com

Nestled on the Gulf of Mexico ~ Longboat Key, Florida

La Playa's Sea Turtle Nest

	Longboat Key Turtle Watch is committed to the preservation of the environment and wildlife around us. We are especially concerned about the preservation of endangered animals such as sea turtles.
Sea turtles live nearly all of their lives in the sea, but females come onto land in order to nest. The south Gulf Coast of Florida is important in the U.S. as one of the major nesting areas. Because hatchelings are so vital to the preservation of the species, it is vital to ensure that nests are never disturbed.
	Sea turtles almost always hatch at night. Once they are free from their nests, they head for the sea, attracted by the light reflected off the water. Artificial lights on the beachfront disrupts the hatchelings journey into the sea. For this reason, one should never use flashlights or other artificial lighting on the beach from May 1 through October 31. We ask that you close the drapes in your room after 9:00 p.m. during this period as well.