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Sea Turtle Inc
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🐢 Conservation | Medical Care | Applied Research | Education
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Join us on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, at 12 PM for the Grand Opening of the Largest Enclosed Sea Turtle Hospital in the World!

🏥 Details:
Saturday, March 1st, 2025
6617 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
12:00 PM

For more information visit www.seaturtleinc.org
👋 What an incredible morning! We just released 237 sea turtle hatchlings into the ocean.

🥰 Want to be there for the next one? Members get early access to beach release text alerts. While these alerts give you a head start, our releases are open to the public! ow.ly/gteC50WsjpK
July 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
🐢 We are thrilled to report that more than 110 Kemp’s ridley sea turtle nests have been recorded so far this season. As the most endangered species, every single nest is critical.

Join us in protecting the future of Kemp’s Ridleys:
📅 Track Nesting Progress on Our Calendar: ow.ly/urUI50WhT3M
June 28, 2025 at 3:25 PM
🥰 Shell-ebrate summer with an amazing deal!
Sea Turtle Inc. is having a 50% OFF t-shirt summer sale!

🛍️ Shop online and use code HATCH50 at checkout, or visit us in-store to browse our collection!
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This offer excludes memberships, adoptions, events, programs, and capital items.
June 22, 2025 at 1:59 PM
🥰 Our first hatchling release of the season just happened, and it was truly magical! Don't miss the next one, become a member today for exclusive text alerts that give you early notice to join us on the beach! www.SeaTurtleInc.org
June 19, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Happy Sea Turtle World Day! 🌍🐢 Join us at Sea Turtle Inc. as we celebrate these amazing ocean ambassadors and continue our mission to protect and preserve them for generations to come. 💙🌊
June 17, 2025 at 1:27 AM
✨Sea Turtle Inc. nesting news! 92 nests and 8,562 eggs this season!

Here’s how you can help on South Padre Island:

📞 Report nesting turtles: (956)243-4361
- Keep your distance

💚 When will baby sea turtles hatch? Stay up to date here!
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June 10, 2025 at 12:30 AM
If you dig it, fill it! 🌊🏝️ Holes in the sand can be a dangerous trap for sea turtles when they come ashore, especially during nesting season. Let’s keep our beaches safe for all creatures – cover your holes before you leave! 🐢🌿
June 1, 2025 at 12:38 AM
What's better than a nice spa day with rehab? Not much if you ask Camo! 🐢💅✨
May 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Endangered Species Day is a reminder to protect the Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, the most endangered sea turtle species in the world. 🐢💚

This season alone we have already protected over 5,000 eggs and the number continues to increase!

Nesting Calendar: seaturtleinc.org/sea-turtle-releases/
May 17, 2025 at 1:48 AM
🥰 To every mom whose love is as strong as the sea. Thank you for holding us close, no matter how small we start. Happy Mother’s Day.
May 11, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Hooky, Turby, Rock-E, and Cold Brew have made their journey home! 🐢💙🌊
May 4, 2025 at 7:47 PM
✨ Nesting update: Check out the latest nesting numbers 😎 : 11 nests, 1043 eggs protected!

You can help nesting sea turtles:
🐢 Call (956) 243-4361 to report a nesting female on SPI.

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Together, we can make a difference and secure a bright future for Kemp's ridley sea turtles! 💚
April 28, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Maple was found trapped between the rocks at the jetties. Exhausted & unable to free themselves.

Thanks to your support, we’re able to give sea turtles like Maple the care they need!

Adopt Maple: ow.ly/kTlI50OX5oO
Send a Donation: seaturtleinc.org/donations/
April 26, 2025 at 6:35 PM
🐢🥚 Kemp's Ridley nesting season is in full swing.

Sea Turtle Inc staff carefully relocate eggs to a safer location, ensuring the best possible chance for survival.

🥰 Spot a nesting turtle, call our 24-hour emergency line at (956) 243-4361.
April 21, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Krispy went back home after 50 days of care! Enjoy an upclose video capturing their release. We hope Krispy is enjoying the ocean! 🪸🏝️
April 20, 2025 at 3:41 AM
🎉💕 We’re thrilled to announce the first Kemp’s Ridley nest of the season has been found on South Padre Island!

💖 Join as a member and get real-time text alerts when hatchlings are ready for public release.
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April 17, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Check out this adorable moment! 🥬 Watch as our sea turtle munches on some delicious veggies, then gives us a little surprise by squirting water out of its nose!
April 16, 2025 at 12:46 AM
When you're doing a turtle intake and suddenly feel the powerful gaze of Turtle Taylor, guardian of the shell, watcher of the sea turtles... 🐢🧙‍♂️👁️
April 13, 2025 at 12:22 AM
👀 Guess the Turtle! ✨
Zoom in on that tail wiggle! Who could this mystery cutie be? Here's a hint: he's known for taking bites at his boat.

Did you guess Gerry?! It’s him!! Our sassy underwater snack monster.

Drop a 💚 if you got it right, and tag a friend who needs a dose of turtle cuteness today!
April 11, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Not sure if Hang Ten's judging us from her underwater throne or shouting, "whatcha lookin' at?!" in her head. 🤔🐢
April 5, 2025 at 12:24 AM
🥰 Nesting season starts tomorrow! It’s the most exciting time of the year at Sea Turtle Inc.!

👋 Exclusive text alerts for hatchling releases early in the morning
- Access to the largest enclosed sea turtle hospital in the world
- and more

Don’t miss out!
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👉 Become a member today!
April 1, 2025 at 1:24 AM
🐢✨ Which Sea Turtle Inc. resident matches your zodiac sign? Let’s see which turtle you vibe with!

♈ Aries – Poppy 🦑
Bold, adventurous, and always ready for a challenge. Just like Poppy when it’s time for a snack!
March 28, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Whatcha say? Oh so you're not gonna adopt me?!

Someone open up their browser and get Merry's adoptions up! She's not one to condone flippin' wars but c'mon. The lady deserves some extra lovin'!

Send the love: ow.ly/MNRm50VmLiy
March 23, 2025 at 8:52 PM
🏥 Performing a delicate debridement procedure in the state-of-the-art KIA Clinic at our new Sea Turtle Hospital. The largest enclosed sea turtle hospital in the world.

👀 Visitors can get an up-close look at this incredible work through our open viewing area, where you can watch our team in action!
March 19, 2025 at 12:44 AM
🍀This St. Patrick's Day, let's talk about why green sea turtles are truly green! Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) get their name from the greenish color of the fat underneath their shells. This green tint comes from their herbivorous diet, which mainly consists of sea grasses and algae.
March 18, 2025 at 12:47 AM