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Sea Turtle Released Into Florida Keys To Join Tour De Turtles Race
"Tortie," named by her rescuers, is swimming to raise awareness about her affliction.
July 20, 2022
A juvenile green sea turtle rehabilitated at a Florida Keys-based Turtle Hospital was fitted with a satellite-tracking transmitter and released from a Keys beach Friday to join the 15th annual Tour de Turtles, a marathon-like "race" that follows the long-distance migration of sea turtles over three months.
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The educational outreach program is organized annually by the Sea Turtle Conservancy to raise awareness about sea turtles and threats to their survival.
"Tortie," named by her rescuers, is swimming to raise awareness about her affliction.
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