Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Melbourne Beach and Wabasso Beach, United States
Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge spans along the Atlantic coast of Florida and protects beaches, dunes, and mangrove forests. The area combines natural habitats with visitor facilities including an interpretive center and nature trails.
The United States established this protected area in 1991 to safeguard critical nesting sites for sea turtles. The landscape has been shaped by decades of scientific research into these marine animals.
The refuge honors Dr. Archie Carr Jr., a marine scientist whose research shaped turtle protection efforts. Today visitors walk through a place shaped by his dedication to preserving these animals.
Access to designated trails and the visitor center varies by season, particularly during turtle nesting season. Comfortable shoes and sun protection are recommended, as many areas are exposed to the open sky.
The shoreline hosts the world's largest concentration of loggerhead sea turtle nests. This phenomenon makes it one of the most important places for the survival of this species.
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