Leatherback sea turtles are the giants of the sea turtle world and grow to the size of small car. They rarely nest on ...

A rare discovery on Vanderbilt Beach in Collier County marked a significant moment for local wildlife enthusiasts.

Sea turtle season doesn't start until May 1, but a female leatherback crawled onto Vanderbilt Beach and laid a nest, the first historic account of this massive species laying eggs on this beach.