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Nearly 900 Cold-Stunned Turtles Rescued in Hatteras

1/14/2025

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North Carolina's Hatteras region is witnessing an unprecedented cold-stunned sea turtle rescue season, with nearly 900 turtles saved since December 1. While N.E.S.T. volunteers and rehabilitation centers face overwhelming numbers, the arrival of warmer weather brings hope, enabling ongoing rescue efforts for these vulnerable creatures.

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North Carolina's Hatteras region is witnessing an unprecedented cold-stunned sea turtle rescue season, with nearly 900 turtles saved since December 1. While N.E.S.T. volunteers and rehabilitation centers face overwhelming numbers, the arrival of warmer weather brings hope, enabling ongoing rescue efforts for these vulnerable creatures.