“Wow! If there are 80 hatchlings in each nest, that will make 720 new babies from Huntington Beach State Park and another 640 from Pawleys,” Cally replied.

“Remember that not all of the eggs hatch, Cally,” said Katie. “Don’t forget about predators. Foxes, crabs and raccoons sometimes find these loggerhead nests. They love eating these treats.”

“We also have to take into account the poaching that has been going on in the area as well. Poachers find the nests, take the eggs and sell them on the black market. There is money to be made in this thievery,” replied Grandma Pru.

“What do you mean by Black Market?” questioned Eric.

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