SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Sea Turtle Inc. helped 190 sea turtles affected by the recent cold stun.
The organization announced that with improving weather conditions and the affected sea turtle’s health, they hope for a quick recovery and potential release.
According to the National Park Service, a cold-stunned sea turtle is one that has become hypothermic due to severe cold water or weather. If water temperatures drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit a sea turtle can become lethargic and are unable to swim.
Sea Turtle Inc. states if a cold-stunned sea turtle is not rescued in time, they will drown due to not being able to lift their head to draw a breath.
The non-profit has not announced the exact date on when they are expected to release the 190 rescued sea turtles back into the Gulf of Mexico.
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