Why do you use red flashlights on the beach?
Why do you use red flashlights on the beach? Red filtered flashlights are necessary to protect marine life, especially sea turtles native to the Gulf Coast.
Why are there no flashlights on the beach at night?
At night, you'll see people taking flashlights to the beach. They're out there because you can spot crabs making their way across the sand. However, the light from your flashlight may confuse sea turtles who think it's moonlight, causing them to head in the wrong direction.
Why do people look for crabs on the beach at night?
The crabs don't enjoy the sun, so during the hot summer days they'll usually burrow up to four feet under the sand. You'll find these crabs at night, when they surface to hunt for food along the sandy beach. This is when your adventure begins!