Sea Turtle Foundation is a non-profit, non-government group working to protect and conserve sea turtles through research, education, awareness and action.

Sea turtles around the world are close to extinction. We know that every single person can make a difference. From simple actions to sweeping gestures, you have the power to help sea turtles. Read on and discover how to help sea turtles on their journey.

Sea Turtle Life Cycle

From tiny hatching to breeding adult, the sea turtle story is full of incredible journeys. Discover the 7 species of sea turtles and their fascinating lives.

Threats to Sea Turtles

Sea turtles have existed for over 100 million years, but have the oceans become too dangerous for even these great survivors?

Current Projects

Sea Turtle Foundation researchers and volunteers work on projects to improve understanding of sea turtles. Through better understanding comes effective management.

Education Program

Our education program teaches the next generation to care for sea turtles and their marine environment.

Help us Help the Turtles

Become a member, volunteer, donate, give a gift that gives twice and more…

Latest News

The ‘yes’ Optus Shop in Townsville donated equipment and funding for us to research the turtle population of Cleveland Bay. Read more here.

Newsletters, media releases and employment opportunities found here.

Help us help the turtles! New volunteer positions found here.

Ever wanted to volunteer for sea turtle conservation projects? Read volunteer’s experiences from around the world in our December 2009 newsletter here.

Turtle killed by boat propeller found on Magnetic Island. Read our comments here.

Follow these sea turtle monitoring guidelines to enjoy nesting or hatching monitoring without disturbing sea turtles. Click here.