74 baby turtles hatch in Dénia after battling through a stormy night
The final turtle nest of the summer in Dénia has produced a remarkable late-night arrival, with dozens of tiny sea […]
On Thursday, September 10, 74 baby sea turtles emerged from their nest in Dénia, Spain, marking the final turtle nest of the summer season. The hatchlings faced a challenging night, emerging from their nest under heavy rain, rising tides, and rough seas. Volunteers and conservation teams from Eucrante, Dénia Town Hall, and El Portet Dénia worked tirelessly throughout the night, securing the protective structure to prevent flooding and ensure the turtles' safe emergence.
Once the hatchlings broke free from their shells, specialists from the University of Valencia's UVEG Marine Turtles team examined them to ensure their health before releasing them into the Mediterranean. The successful mass emergence concluded the 40-day effort known as Campament Tortuga 2026, which monitored the nest through its incubation period.
Despite the stormy conditions, the volunteers' commitment ensured the survival of the last turtle nest of the season on the Dénia coast.
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