Cut the Glow to help turtles go

Turtles need dark beaches! They can’t change their behaviour towards light so it’s up to us to help maximise nesting success and hatchling survival. During the breeding season (mid- October to April) whether you are a resident, visitor or business, you can help cut the glow of lights affecting beaches in your local area. Cut the Glow to help turtles go From 7.30pm: • switch off unnecessary lights • close your curtains and blinds • use motion sensor lights for external lights • position your lights so they face away from the beach • plant vegetation to create a light buffer • when camping, shade lights to reduce the illuminated area • only use a small torch (less than 3 volts) on the beach. You can make a difference © State of Queensland 2018. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Department of Environment and Science. BP0059 May 2018. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources. Find our park brochures online at qld.gov.au/parkbrochures Connect with Queensland National Parks qld.gov.au/monrepos qldnationalparks @QldParks; #QldParks Mon Repos Turtle Centre (turtle season Nov–Mar) Phone: (07) 4159 1652