Hawksbill hatchlings return to Bolongo Bay for second time in three weeks

Bolongo Bay Beach Resort on St. Thomas has become an unexpected nursery for endangered hawksbill sea turtles. For the second time in under three weeks, hatchlings emerged from nests at the beach, drawing attention from visitors and staff alike.

The latest hatching occurred on Sunday, interrupting what was meant to be a karaoke night at nearby Iggies Beach Bar. The repeated success at the same location marks a rare occurrence for the species in the US Virgin Islands.