sea turtle rehabilitation

Sea turtle rehabilitation involves the rescue and care of injured or sick turtles to restore their health before returning them to the wild. When a turtle is found in distress—due to entanglement in fishing gear, ingestion of plastic, illness, or injury—veterinarians and trained volunteers provide medical treatment, a suitable diet, and a safe environment for recovery. The process includes monitoring their behavior and health, and once rehabilitated, the turtles are released back into their natural habitat. This effort helps maintain healthy sea turtle populations and supports marine ecosystem balance.