Nesting Sea Turtle 1935

This 1935 silent documentary, Nesting Of The Sea Turtle, shot in black-and-white 16mm, examines the nesting habits of sea turtles. Likely filmed on a coastal beach, it captures females lumbering ashore, digging nests, laying eggs, and covering them with sand under moonlit skies. A pre-war nature study, it highlights the ancient ritual of these marine reptiles, offering a serene glimpse into their life cycle. Without sound, it relies on visuals to convey the quiet drama of survival, aimed at early conservationists or curious viewers.