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Scientists haven't seen many male sea turtles hatch in Florida in the last few years due to the warm weather. The majority of baby sea turtles are being born to females because of climate change.
Four summers in a row in Florida have been the hottest on record, according to a turtle hospital manager. Female sea turtles have been the only ones found for the past four years.
Populations of sea turtles, who are already facing other threats, could be in trouble.
Male hatchlings are born from turtle eggs that are below 81.86 degrees Fahrenheit. Female hatchlings are affected by incubation above 88.6 degrees. Fluctuating temperatures can lead to both.
The temperature seems to be heading upwards, which is the problem. Thousands of people died in the UK during the heat waves of the summer because the power grids in the US couldn't keep up with demand.
turtles will be more threatened than ever if the trend continues
"Over the years, you're going to see a sharp decline in their population because we just don't have the genetic diversity," Rodriguez said. The male-to-female ratio is not needed in order to have a successful breeding session.
There could be no new hatchlings at all if the National Ocean Service is right.
Spain requires public places to set air conditioning at or above 81 degrees.
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