In the past decade, loggerheads nesting in Florida have declined 50 percent. Oceana, along with the Center for biological Diversity, has petitioned the government to help loggerheads recover by formally listing them as an “endangered” species and creating more protections for turtle habitats in the Atlantic.

The two federal agencies charged with protecting loggerheads – in land and on water – are now accepting comments from the public on this important issue. Please speak out for turtles by sending a letter. Hurry - comments will only be accepted until May 5, 2008.