Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center Archives

Shell-ebrate World Sea Turtle Day at Brevard Zoo on June 16, Features Special Activities

On June 9, 2019 By Space Coast Daily

Shell-ebrate World Sea Turtle Day at the Zoo! Explore an obstacle course that simulates the challenges these animals face, play educational games, create a turtle-themed craft and meet representatives from local conservation organizations, including our very own Sea Turtle Healing Center.

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Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center Released Wounded Sea Turtle ‘Kernel’ For Swallowing Hook

On May 3, 2019 By Elliot Zirulnik, Brevard Zoo

Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center released juvenile green sea turtle Kernel. This patient was admitted in January after ingesting a fishhook, which required surgical removal.

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WATCH: Brevard Zoo Sees Influx of Sea Turtle Patients, Admitted 13 Sea Turtles Over the Weekend

On March 13, 2019 By Elliot Zirulnik, Brevard Zoo Communications Manager

Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center admitted 13 green sea turtles between Friday and Sunday. The cause of this influx is unknown.

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‘Guacamole’ Became First Adult Green Sea Turtle Released by Brevard Zoo’sA Sea Turtle Healing Center

On September 25, 2018 By Elliot Zirulnik, Brevard Zoo Communications Manager

Guacamole became the first adult green sea turtle released by Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center. A crowd of hundreds gathered to watch the 200-plus-pound reptile wade her way into the ocean.