Current:Home > Invest2 injured loggerhead turtles triumphantly crawl into the Atlantic after rehabbing in Florida -ProfitQuest Academy
2 injured loggerhead turtles triumphantly crawl into the Atlantic after rehabbing in Florida
View
Date:2025-04-18 15:27:16
JUNO BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A crowd cheered and took photos as two loggerhead sea turtles slowly made their way through the sand and into the Atlantic Ocean on Monday after rehabbing at a Florida marine life center.
Cayman and Finley arrived at Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach after separate incidents left them injured, officials said. The center treats injured turtles and releases them back into their natural habitat as soon as they are healthy enough to survive on their own.
Cayman’s front left flipper became entangled in fishing line, and he was brought to the center on Feb. 6, in need of surgery, said Dr. Heather Barron, a veterinarian and the center’s chief science officer.
“We went in and we cleaned all that up surgically” she said. ”And, he has been doing very well. Recovered beautifully from the surgery. Can’t even see a scar there now.”
Finley had a fishing hook embedded in his shoulder when he arrived on April 27.
“This one actually came out very easily. But never underestimate the ability of a dirty fishhook to cause a really nasty infection,” Barron said.
The turtles were released on the beach just across from the research center, which is north of West Palm Beach.
“It’s always a celebration on the beach,” said Andy Dehart, the center’s president and CEO.
He said the staff is always excited to release the turtles.
“To see them return to the ocean is the best part of our job,” Dehart said.
_____
Frisaro reported from Fort Lauderdale.
veryGood! (6942)
Related
- Trump issues order to ban transgender troops from serving openly in the military
- Black rights activists convicted of conspiracy, not guilty of acting as Russian agents
- The Most Magical Disney Park Outfit Ideas to Wear to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024
- 'Fine Taylor...you win': Elon Musk reacts to Taylor Swift's endorsement for Harris-Walz
- Warm inflation data keep S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq under wraps before Fed meeting next week
- Olympian Jordan Chiles Returns to Spotlight at 2024 VMAs Red Carpet After Bronze Medal Debacle
- Ex-Indiana basketball player accuses former team doctor of conducting inappropriate exams
- Rangers prospect Kumar Rocker to make history as first MLB player of Indian descent
- Most popular books of the week: See what topped USA TODAY's bestselling books list
- Chappell Roan brings campy glamour to MTV VMAs, seemingly argues with photographer
Ranking
- All That You Wanted to Know About She’s All That
- Jordan Chiles says 'heart was broken' by medals debacle at Paris Olympics
- Why Orlando Bloom’s Reaction to Katy Perry’s 2024 MTV VMAs Performance Has the Internet Buzzing
- Blue Jays pitcher Bowden Francis again loses no-hit bid on leadoff homer in 9th
- Sarah J. Maas books explained: How to read 'ACOTAR,' 'Throne of Glass' in order.
- 2024 MTV VMAs: Flavor Flav Crowns Jordan Chiles With This Honor After Medal Controversy
- A tiny village has commemorated being the first Dutch place liberated from World War II occupation
- Black rights activists convicted of conspiracy, not guilty of acting as Russian agents
Recommendation
Warm inflation data keep S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq under wraps before Fed meeting next week
1-Day Deal: Get 50% Off NFL Hoodie & Shirt Set—Chiefs, 49ers, Lions, Ravens & More
Crushed by injuries, Braves fight to 'piece things together' in NL wild card race
Campbell removing 'soup' from iconic company name after 155 years
Whoopi Goldberg is delightfully vile as Miss Hannigan in ‘Annie’ stage return
New Orleans Saints staff will stay in team's facility during Hurricane Francine
2024 MTV VMAs: The Complete List of Winners
The Mississippi River is running low again. It’s a problem for farmers moving beans and grain