Sanibel eyes lethal removal to curb coyote threat to sea turtle nests

Sea turtle nests on Sanibel are being wiped out at a fast rate and the city says coyotes are the reason why, so they’re looking for a solution.

Now, city leaders are considering a targeted, lethal removal of coyotes on the island.

Watch to hear from about the plan from a conservationist, and how some neighbors are reacting:

Sanibel eyes lethal removal to curb coyote threat to sea turtle nests

One of the hardest parts of a sea turtle’s life is making it from the nest to the water. But, lately on Sanibel, a lot of hatchlings never even get that far…

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