The oil spill has created both carcasses and survivors. Some of the turtle survivors are being helped at the Gulfport Mississippi Institute for Marine Mammals Studies. 99% of turtles rescued from the Chandelier Islands and Alabama have survived in the care of the compassionate people at the Institute. They are caring for 4 out of the 5 species of turtles that live in the Gulf. The sad news is that the most endangered sea turtle, Kemp's Ridley [photo], is suffering the greatest fatalities. About 250 dead turtles have been seen by the Institute. Watch the video for more information, and see the amazing turtle survivors.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Turtles Saved in Mississippi
The oil spill has created both carcasses and survivors. Some of the turtle survivors are being helped at the Gulfport Mississippi Institute for Marine Mammals Studies. 99% of turtles rescued from the Chandelier Islands and Alabama have survived in the care of the compassionate people at the Institute. They are caring for 4 out of the 5 species of turtles that live in the Gulf. The sad news is that the most endangered sea turtle, Kemp's Ridley [photo], is suffering the greatest fatalities. About 250 dead turtles have been seen by the Institute. Watch the video for more information, and see the amazing turtle survivors.