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Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Watch: 300-pound turtle freed after getting stuck between massive rocks on Florida beach
STUART, Fla. – A photographer came upon a startling sight on Wednesday, when she discovered a 300-pound loggerhead turtle wedged between rocks on a southeast Florida beach. The incident occurred near the House of Refuge, where photographer Suzanne Cosme, owner of DeVine Portraits, had visited to take photos of the sunrise. While taking photos, she came upon a large turtle stuck on a rocky outcrop on the beach. She noted how unsure she was about the health of the animal and how long it had been there, particularly as it was covered in some blood. Footage shot by Cosme shows the animal slumped down, pinned in on both sides by a rocky vice grip. "It's okay, mama," Cosme can be heard saying to the turtle. "I'm going to get you safe, I promise." Cosme notified the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, who sent deputies and firefighters to the scene. Photos and video from Cosme shows four of the first responders carefully maneuvering the turtle around the rocky feature until the animal was freed. After evaluating its health and condition, the officials released the animal on the sandy beach, where it slowly ambled toward the lapping waves. "They made sure she was good, she didn't need to go to rehab or anything like that – she was perfect," Cosme said, describing the moment the turtle was freed and made her way back to the water. "She looked at me, it looked like she was saying 'Thank you' to me. It was so cute." 375-Pound Sea Turtle Released Into The Ocean In Florida Cosme said she's not sure how the turtle found itself among the rocks, but surmised that the animal might have walked upon the rocks during high tide and then became stuck as the tide fell. Either way, the chance discovery of the turtle on the beach ultimately led to Cosme saving its life. "It just felt surreal, I guess," Cosme said. "It was a magical moment." How To Watch Fox Weather Loggerhead sea turtles are the most common in Florida, according to the National Park Service. They are the official state saltwater article source: Watch: 300-pound turtle freed after getting stuck between massive rocks on Florida beach Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
07-06-2025
- Science
- CBS News
Sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawls back to the ocean after having flipper amputated at Florida hospital
An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawled into the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday morning, months after having a front flipper amputated at a Florida turtle hospital. The turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center in January suffering from predator wounds to the front flipper. The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care. "Every time we can release a turtle back into the wild is special and not just for us but for all the interns and volunteers and everyone that puts an effort to getting these turtles back out there. It's always a really special day," said Marika Weber, a veterinary technician at the center. Stormy weather on Wednesday almost caused Dilly Dally's release to be postponed. But they packed the turtle up and drove the short distance to the beach. A crowd of beachgoers cheered as the turtle made its way to the ocean. Video showed Dilly Dally being carried to a high-tide ocean, CBS affiliate WPEC reported. With only three fins, the turtle is seen scooting into the ocean before it disappears beneath the waves. A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey. The center partnered with the Smithsonian to get the satellite tag, which was attached on Tuesday. "So now Dilly Dally has an active live satellite tag on her and we can get real-time data on where she goes, which is really exciting because we don't really know what happens to our three flipper turtles once you release them, Weber said. "Now we know if their migration or foraging patterns change and it'll be really helpful to see what happens to these patients." All sea turtles are endangered or threatened species. "So every sea turtle that we can save and get back out there is the win for the species." The public can follow Dilly Dally's journey at Marinelife Turtle Tracker.
CBS News
05-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
Sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawls back to ocean after having flipper amputated at Florida hospital
An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawled into the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday morning, months after having a front flipper amputated at a Florida turtle hospital. The turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center in January suffering from predator wounds to the front flipper. The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care. "Every time we can release a turtle back into the wild is special and not just for us but for all the interns and volunteers and everyone that puts an effort to getting these turtles back out there. It's always a really special day," said Marika Weber, a veterinary technician at the center. An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly-Dally, whose front flipper was amputated after she was rescued in January suffering from predator wounds, peers toward the water as she is released to crawl into the Atlantic Ocean, on the beach in front of Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, Fla., Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Rebecca Blackwell / AP Stormy weather on Wednesday almost caused Dilly Dally's release to be postponed. But they packed the turtle up and drove the short distance to the beach. A crowd of beachgoers cheered as the turtle made its way to the ocean. Video showed Dilly Dally being carried to a high-tide ocean, CBS affiliate WPEC reported. With only three fins, the turtle is seen scooting into the ocean before it disappears beneath the waves. A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey. An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly-Dally, whose front flipper was amputated after she was rescued in January suffering from predator wounds, crawls toward the Atlantic Ocean after being released, on the beach in front of Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, Fla., Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Rebecca Blackwell / AP The center partnered with the Smithsonian to get the satellite tag, which was attached on Tuesday. "So now Dilly Dally has an active live satellite tag on her and we can get real-time data on where she goes, which is really exciting because we don't really know what happens to our three flipper turtles once you release them, Weber said. "Now we know if their migration or foraging patterns change and it'll be really helpful to see what happens to these patients." All sea turtles are endangered or threatened species. "So every sea turtle that we can save and get back out there is the win for the species." The public can follow Dilly Dally's journey at Marinelife Turtle Tracker.
The Independent
04-06-2025
- General
- The Independent
Dilly Dally the sea turtle returns to the ocean after flipper amputation
An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawled into the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday morning, months after having a front flipper amputated at a Florida turtle hospital. The turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center in January suffering from predator wounds to the front flipper. The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care. 'Every time we can release a turtle back into the wild is special and not just for us but for all the interns and volunteers and everyone that puts an effort to getting these turtles back out there. It's always a really special day,' said Marika Weber, a veterinary technician at the center. Stormy weather on Wednesday almost caused Dilly Dally's release to be postponed. But they packed the turtle up and drove the short distance to the beach. A crowd of beachgoers cheered as the turtle made its way to the ocean. A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey. The center partnered with the Smithsonian to get the satellite tag, which was attached on Tuesday. 'So now Dilly Dally has an active live satellite tag on her and we can get real-time data on where she goes, which is really exciting because we don't really know what happens to our three flipper turtles once you release them, Weber said. 'Now we know if their migration or foraging patterns change and it'll be really helpful to see what happens to these patients.' All sea turtles are endangered or threatened species. 'So every sea turtle that we can save and get back out there is the win for the species.' Follow Dilly Dally's journey at Marinelife Turtle Tracker.
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Dilly Dally the sea turtle returns to the ocean after flipper amputation
JUNO BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawled into the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday morning, months after having a front flipper amputated at a Florida turtle hospital. The turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center in January suffering from predator wounds to the front flipper. The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care. 'Every time we can release a turtle back into the wild is special and not just for us but for all the interns and volunteers and everyone that puts an effort to getting these turtles back out there. It's always a really special day,' said Marika Weber, a veterinary technician at the center. Stormy weather on Wednesday almost caused Dilly Dally's release to be postponed. But they packed the turtle up and drove the short distance to the beach. A crowd of beachgoers cheered as the turtle made its way to the ocean. A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey. The center partnered with the Smithsonian to get the satellite tag, which was attached on Tuesday. 'So now Dilly Dally has an active live satellite tag on her and we can get real-time data on where she goes, which is really exciting because we don't really know what happens to our three flipper turtles once you release them, Weber said. 'Now we know if their migration or foraging patterns change and it'll be really helpful to see what happens to these patients.' All sea turtles are endangered or threatened species. 'So every sea turtle that we can save and get back out there is the win for the species.' Follow Dilly Dally's journey at Marinelife Turtle Tracker. ____ Frisaro reported from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
