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Grandma Sea Turtle Makes Epic Comeback

Jasmine, a 64-year-old loggerhead sea turtle, just returned to Jekyll Island to lay her eggs—making her the oldest nesting loggerhead ever recorded there! She’s been coming back since 1991, and these turtles always return to their birthplace to nest. Loggerheads can lay up to 500 eggs a season, and the sand’s temp decides if hatchlings are boys or girls. If you’re ever on Jekyll Island, you might spot these ancient mamas—just remember to use turtle-safe lights! #Science #SeaTurtles #JekyllIsland