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Can Pere Antoni: 34 hatchlings head to the sea — an evening that sows hope

Why Light Pollution Is a Problem for Sea Turtles in Mallorca

Artificial light can confuse hatchlings on Mallorca beaches and make it harder for them to reach the sea.

Published: April 22, 2026
Can Pere Antoni: 34 hatchlings head to the sea — an evening that sows hope

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Why does light pollution matter for sea turtles in Mallorca?

Sea turtles rely on natural horizon light to find the sea after hatching. In Mallorca, bright beachfront lighting, phone flashes and other artificial lights can disorient them and send them in the wrong direction. Reducing light at sensitive beaches is one of the simplest ways to help.

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