Massive sea turtle back where he belongs after Florida photographer, rescue group step up
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FLORIDA KEYS — It wasn’t an easy road back to water for the 322-pound loggerhead named Lenny. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The turtle was spotted injured, struggling to swim, near Alligator Reef off Islamorada in the Florida Keys in mid-March by underwater photographer Mike Papish. “I saw he had a badly damaged flipper, and his face was a little mashed-up from a shark attack,” Papish said.
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Main Idea: A badly injured loggerhead sea turtle named Lenny was rescued in the Florida Keys, treated at the Turtle Hospital, and released back into the sea.
Key Points:
- Underwater photographer Mike Papish spotted Lenny struggling near Alligator Reef with a damaged flipper and signs of a shark attack.
- Papish and friends helped bring the turtle to shore and transport him to the Turtle Hospital in Marathon, Florida.
- The Turtle Hospital treated Lenny with fluids and antibiotics and worked quickly because of his serious injuries.
- After a few weeks of care, Lenny recovered enough to be released back where he was found on March 25.
Impact on the People
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Positive Impact
The Turtle Hospital and rescuers show how nonprofit wildlife care can protect endangered sea turtles,. Such rescues depend on donations and skilled staff.
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Central rescue and rehabilitation organization that treated Lenny and returned him to the sea.
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Turtle Hospital manager quoted about the turtle’s condition and treatment, playing a major role in the story.
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Underwater photographer who found the injured turtle, helped bring it to shore, and is central to the rescue.
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Local boating/water sports company whose friends helped transport the turtle; supporting role in the rescue.
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