When it comes to our sea turtle patients, we usually share stories of recovery: mended flippers, healed carapaces and the joyous return to the ocean. But working in wildlife rehabilitation, there are some days when tragedy strikes.

We’re incredibly thankful for all the moments of impact that our veterinary team has had this year. We’re continuing to count down to the end of the year with these feel-good stories, so keep tuning in to see what your support has helped us accomplish.  

We have a sweet sea turtle patient to introduce you to! Mango, a sub-adult green sea turtle, was brought to us with a presumed boat strike injury on top of their head.

Get to know our newest additions, Banana and Squash, and catch up with Jon Bear’s rehab journey!

After a lengthy rehabilitation journey at our Zoo, Bugs the sea turtle is healed and ready to return home!

June Cleaver, our 230-plus-pound loggerhead sea turtle patient, is going to be released on Wednesday, Sept. 4!