Watch a Baby Sea Turtle Crawl to the Ocean for the First Time

Witness the incredible first journey of a loggerhead sea turtle hatchling as it crawls from its nest on Jupiter Beach, Florida, to the vast Atlantic Ocean. This 10-minute video captures the determination, beauty, and vulnerability of one of nature’s most iconic moments.

Every summer, loggerhead turtles return to Florida’s beaches to nest. After about 60 days buried in the sand, the hatchlings emerge under cover of early light or moonlight, guided by instinct and the sound of the sea.

🎥 Filmed on location in June 2025 on Jupiter Beach, this footage follows a single hatchling making its way to the water — with a quiet narration to help tell the story.

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🐢 Why this video matters:
Only about 1 in 1,000 hatchlings survive to adulthood. Protecting their nesting grounds and keeping our beaches clean and dark at night gives them a better chance.

💬 I filmed this early in the morning, camera low to the sand, following just one tiny turtle all the way to the waves. It was peaceful, powerful, and unforgettable.

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