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"One of the world's rarest sea turtles was found stranded 5,000 miles from home. He's finally on his way back"
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One of the world's rarest sea turtles, found stranded 5,000 miles from home, flies back to Texas
After two years, the critically endangered sea turtle is making his way back to the Gulf of Mexico.

"Island conservationists celebrate 80X increase in nesting loggerhead turtles"
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Cabo Verde conservationists celebrate 80X increase in nesting loggerhead sea turtles
Globally, the loggerhead population has decreased by 47% over the past three generations.

"Hawaiians set sea turtle hatchlings free on the 4th of July: 'It's Turtle Independence Day'"
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Hawaiians set sea turtle hatchlings free on the 4th of July: 'It's Turtle Independence Day'
The program has been a staple for conservationists since 1989.

"These 3 small changes to your next beach trip could save endangered sea turtles"
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Knock down your sandcastles. Sea turtles will thank you
Plastic litter, bright lights, and abandoned sancastles can pose threats to sea turtles. Here’s how to help.

"By 1985, the world's rarest sea turtle had declined by 99%. Their comeback has been 30 years in the making"
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By 1985, the world's rarest sea turtle had declined by 99%. Their comeback has been 30 years in the making
Kemp’s ridley sea turtles were nearly wiped off the planet. Here’s what kept them from going extinct.

"São Tomé declares first two of eight planned marine protected areas"
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São Tomé declares first two of eight planned marine protected areas
The West African island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe has formally designated its first two coastal marine protected areas.

"Researchers discover groundbreaking details about sea turtle migration patterns: 'Crucial to conservation'"
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Florida researchers uncover groundbreaking insights into male sea turtle migration
The new research followed male sea turtles, which often do not get the same attention as female nesting turtles.

"Researchers celebrate record leatherback sea turtle hatchling season"
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Endangered sea turtle hatchlings are having a record-breaking season in Florida
The endangered leatherback sea turtles are flocking to Palm Beach County for nesting season.

"This 'turtle-sniffing dog' searches miles of New York woods to save endangered species"
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'Turtle-sniffing dog' traverses NY woods to save endangered species
April, the 16-month-old Labrador retriever, is becoming a pro at finding the Eastern box turtle.

"This national park site is training volunteers to become 'sea turtle nest sitters'"
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Cape Hatteras National Seashore is training volunteers to become 'sea turtle nest sitters'
As turtle nesting season comes to a head, volunteers are needed to keep the endangered eggs safe.

"This sea turtle was rescued with a missing flipper and a crushed shell. A special procedure saved his life"
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This special 'vacuum' procedure saved a sea turtle's life after a boat propeller crushed its shell
Kraken, a green sea turtle, is in recovery after a harrowing boat strike in Abu Dhabi.

"75 'confused' baby sea turtle hatchlings rescued after crawling up a road in search of the ocean"
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Florida police rescue 75 'confused' baby sea turtle hatchlings
Local officials are urging Florida residents to help keep beachfronts turtle-safe for nesting season.

"Kayak guide interrupts tour in the Florida Keys to paddle out to a sea turtle in distress"
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Kayak guide pauses Florida Keys tour to save a sea turtle covered in tumors
Allison Calhoun was leading a tour in the Florida Keys when she got the call to help “a little guy” in need.

"A rare sea turtle was found 'lifeless' on a beach. Now, it's flying 1500 miles to be released back into the ocean"
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Rare sea turtle flies 1500 miles to be released back into the ocean after being found 'lifeless' on a beach
The patient is named Crush, after the beloved “Finding Nemo” character.

"Florida sets record for sea turtle nests but Trump move could stall recovery"
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Florida sets record for sea turtle nests but Trump move could stall recovery
Loggerhead turtles abound this season but rollback of Endangered Species Act protections could threaten future

"Rhossi, a rare sea turtle, recovers after 5,000-mile trek from Wales to Texas"
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Rhossi, a rare sea turtle, recovers after 5,000-mile trek from Wales to Texas
Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, near death on Welsh beach in 2023, is thriving in Houston despite lingering pneumonia