Public Sea Turtle Release March 14th at Sombrero Beach

“Crackle”, a juvenile green sea turtle, rescued off Cudjoe Key in November of last year will be returning to her ocean home Thursday, March 14^th at 9:00 a.m.    

Crackle was treated for Fibropapillomatosis.  Her treatment included tumor removal surgeries, broad spectrum antibiotics, fluids, vitamins, and a healthy diet of greens and mixed seafood.  Crackle is swimming strong and back in good health! 

Join us THIS THURSDAY at Sombrero Beach to help us cheer for this magnificent marine turtle as she returns to sea!  The Turtle Hospital ambulance will arrive with Crackle at 8:45 a.m.  with release at 9:00 a.m.  See you there!