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Endangered Turtle Elton Joyfully Returns to Ocean

8/7/2025

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After months of rehabilitation, Elton, an endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle, joyfully returned to the ocean at Coney Island, New York. Rescued from hypothermia in Massachusetts, Elton's release marks a significant milestone as the 91st turtle saved by the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, emphasizing the urgent need to protect our oceans. He will be monitored with an acoustic tag.

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Story summary

After months of rehabilitation, Elton, an endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle, joyfully returned to the ocean at Coney Island, New York. Rescued from hypothermia in Massachusetts, Elton's release marks a significant milestone as the 91st turtle saved by the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, emphasizing the urgent need to protect our oceans. He will be monitored with an acoustic tag.