Sea Turtle Decals

You can help protect Florida's endangered and threatened marine turtles by making a donation to the FWC Marine Turtle Program, which will help fund critical research and conservation efforts. With each donation of $5 or more, you will receive your choice of one of the waterproof decals featured. Current year marine turtle decals are available at Florida County Tax Offices.

FWC has a limited supply of some of the earlier decals. If you are interested in collecting them, please indicate the desired decals by checking the appropriate area on the order form and sending a check for the number of decals selected. The decals will be sent to you within 4-6 weeks.

2025-2026 Decal: "Protect Florida Sea Turtles, Give Them Space"

This year’s sea turtle decal spotlights the endangered Kemp's Ridley, the smallest of Florida's sea turtles. Although this species does not nest frequently in Florida, a record 34 Kemp's Ridley nests were confirmed in the state in 2024. If you are lucky enough to observe a Kemp's Ridley or any sea turtle while on the beach, be sure to give it plenty of space (at least 50 feet). You can also help protect sea turtles with the following everyday actions:

• Remove obstacles from the beach before sundown: beach equipment, sandcastles and manmade holes in the sand can trap hatchlings and adults.
• Properly dispose of trash and fishing line: sea turtles can accidentally ingest and become entangled in trash, fishing line and marine debris, leading to potentially fatal injuries.
• Use natural light to walk the beach at night: artificial light from flashlights, cameras and phones can confuse sea turtles, leading them away from the ocean and towards danger such as roadways and parking lots.

Thank you for helping protect these iconic marine species! Your actions and support are vital to sea turtle conservation in Florida.

Decal artist: Mike Hunter, FWC.

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