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Turtle Friendly Lighting Resources

Gulfshore Products provides the following links as helpful educational resources for sea turtle lighting, beachfront lighting, and coastal lighting awareness.

Rules and requirements can vary by location. Property owners, contractors, HOAs, condos, and project buyers should always check local ordinances and official guidance for their area.

Resource links are provided for convenience and education only. Listing a resource does not imply endorsement of Gulfshore Products unless specifically stated.

Current as of January 2025. Regional codes may differ across areas. Please confirm all current regulations with your local authorities or municipal departments.

Florida sea turtle lighting regulations map
  • Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — Sea Turtles and Lights
    FWC explains the “Keep it Low, Keep it Long, Keep it Shielded” approach, including long-wavelength lighting of 560nm or greater.

  • FWC Wildlife Lighting Information
    FWC provides lighting guidance for manufacturers, distributors, vendors, property owners, and coastal communities.

  • FWC Sea Turtle Protection Ordinances
    Usefull for checking whether a Florida county or municipality has turtle lighting rules or ordinances.

  • Sea Turtle Conservancy — Beachfront Lighting
    Sea Turtle Conservancy provides education about artificial light impacts and beachfront lighting programs.

  • Sea Turtle Conservancy — Sea Turtles & Lighting
    Usefull educational material about sea turtles and lighting.

  • Georgia DNR — Sea Turtle Recovery Efforts
    Georgia DNR provides coastal turtle guidance, including minimizing beachfront lighting during nesting season.

Need Help Finding Turtle Friendly Lighting Products?

Gulfshore Products supplies true 590nm amber lighting products for coastal homes, condos, HOAs, rentals, marinas, contractors, and project buyers.

Many product options are available for turtle-sensitive coastal lighting applications. Certification letters are available upon request for applicable products.

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