Effects of artificial shading on nest incubation and sex-ratio of Caretta caretta in Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde

Key Points

• Artificial shading significantly influences incubation conditions, potentially altering sex-ratio outcomes in caretta caretta.
• Nesting success rates showed a notable variation dependent on shading levels, impacting overall hatchling viability.
• Assessment using temperature monitoring led to insights on the relationship between environmental modifications and eggs’ thermoregulation.
• These findings suggest that habitat interventions could enhance reproductive success for caretta caretta in varying climates.