The Tybee Island Marine Science Center is state-permitted to manage five animal conservation programs:
The Tybee Sea Turtle Project
The Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network
Diamondback Terrapin Research, Rescue, and Release
Shore and Seabird Rescue
Marine Mammal Stranding Response
Additionally, we operate two community conservation initiatives on Tybee Island: The Mindful Beachcombing signage and “Lights Out” informational sea turtle materials for hotels and vacation rentals.
Our beachside facility is equipped with a number of sustainability features to support our environment and help keep our carbon footprint in check:
Picnic solar pavilion powers main panel with 16 kilowatts per month
Thermal solar panels that heat sea turtle tanks in winter months
Structure built to withstand a Category 4 hurricane and 140 miles per hour winds
Recycling station collects aluminum and plastic waste
Amber lights on outdoor sconces to protect sea turtles during nesting season
Turtle-safe glass to prevent sunlight reflection during nesting season
Outdoor cistern to capture rainwater
Water refilling station
