A vet holding a rescued turtle at The Turtle Hospital. Marathon, Florida. USA
The Turtle Hospital opened its doors 1986 with four main goals: 1) rehab injured sea turtles and return them to their natural habitat, 2) educate the public through outreach programs and visit local schools, 3) conduct and assist with research aiding to sea turtles (in conjunction with state universities), and 4) work toward environmental legislation making the beaches and water safe and clean for sea turtles.
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Location: The Turtle Hospital. Marathon, Florida. USA
Photo credit: © parkerphotography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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