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- 1GPS Tracking Study Maps Boat-Strike Risks for Loggerhead Turtles▼GPS Tracking Study Maps Vessel-Strike Risks for Loggerhead Turtles in Biscayne Bay
A new GPS tracking study has mapped where loggerhead turtles in Florida's Biscayne Bay face the greatest risk of being struck by boats. By following the turtles' movements, researchers identified areas where turtle activity overlaps with heavy vessel traffic, information that could guide speed limits and protections. The findings are drawing attention as boat strikes remain a leading cause of sea turtle deaths in Florida waters.
- 2Biscayne Bay Declared Critical Shark and Ray Habitat▼Biscayne Bay Earns International Designation as Critical Shark and Ray Habitat
Biscayne Bay in Florida has received an international designation as a critical habitat for sharks and rays. The recognition highlights the bay's importance as a nursery and refuge for these species, many of which face declining populations worldwide. Conservation groups say the status could strengthen protections for the bay's waters and marine life, drawing attention to the region's ecological value.