The numbers are in! The 2025 nesting season has officially wrapped, and we’re excited to share the final statewide totals from 225 monitored beaches across Florida, covering ~822 miles of coastline.
Loggerheads remained the dominant nester with 100,951 nests, a bit below recent years, but still a strong showing across the state.
Green turtles had a standout year with 66,476 nests, making 2025 the second-highest season on record (the record was 77,042 in 2023).
Leatherbacks set a new statewide record with 2,012 nests, breaking the previous high of 1,848 in 2022.
Kemp’s ridleys remain rare but remarkable: 12 confirmed nests have been documented, plus 21 more pending genetic confirmation.
A huge thank you to the biologists, interns, volunteers, and permit holders who worked tirelessly to collect and report this data. Your dedication drives sea turtle conservation forward!
Final Statewide Totals – 2025
• Loggerhead: 100,951 nests
• Green Turtle: 66,476 nests (2nd highest on record)
• Leatherback: 2,012 nests – New Record!
• Kemp’s Ridley: 12 confirmed nests (21 pending confirmation)
• Hawksbill: 0 nests
