#22, Navajo, was a little slower than the others and needed a some help along the way.
We placed satellite tags on 3 green sea turtles and 1 Kemp's ridley. It is already exciting to see the transmissions. Visit seaturtle.org to track and adopt Navajo, Everglades, Fossil Butte and Kings Canyon!
NECN was there to capture in the event. And take a look at this video to see what the turtles did after entering the water. Amazing footage from WCVB Channel 5!
It's difficult to describe what it takes to arrive at release day. First, without the teamwork, dedication and expertise of the staff and volunteers at Mass Audubon, the New England Aquarium and the University of New England, saving these endangered species would not be possible. Rescue efforts involve an army of beach walkers, turtle drivers, biologists, veterinarians, veterinary technicians and countless volunteers. We thank each and everyone involved in these efforts for their part in working to save a species.
It's difficult to describe what it takes to arrive at release day. First, without the teamwork, dedication and expertise of the staff and volunteers at Mass Audubon, the New England Aquarium and the University of New England, saving these endangered species would not be possible. Rescue efforts involve an army of beach walkers, turtle drivers, biologists, veterinarians, veterinary technicians and countless volunteers. We thank each and everyone involved in these efforts for their part in working to save a species.
~Kerry
So exciting! I get a lump in my throat seeing how healthy and strong they are now!
ReplyDeleteSaw this on the news this morning — great work!
ReplyDeleteYou have to feel great seeing them swim off like that and enjoying the big blue. Congratulations!
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