These juvenile green sea turtles were rescued, rehabilitated, and released this week
CLEARWATER, FL (June 19, 2025) – Clearwater Marine Aquarium is excited to announce the successful release of three juvenile green sea turtles, Niaouli, Bonsai, and Sonny, after receiving care from CMA rehabilitation and veterinary teams. Niaouli and Bonsai were released Tuesday at Fred Howard Park on Florida’s west coast, while Sonny was released today (Thursday) into the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast of Florida.
Niaouli stranded on March 2 and was discovered in the drop-off box at Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary. Sanctuary personnel quickly transferred the turtle to CMA for evaluation and care. Upon arrival, Niaouli was in critical condition, presenting with lethargy, poor body condition, skin ulcerations and lesions, and several blood abnormalities. Thanks to an intensive and carefully tailored treatment plan that included antibiotics, steroids, fluid therapy, and nutritional support, Niaouli made a remarkable recovery…