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Rescued Florida sea turtle Sheldon returns to the ocean
Original: Florida sea turtle Sheldon swims back to the ocean after rescuers find hook in his flipper
A Florida sea turtle named Sheldon has been released back into the ocean after rescuers found a fishing hook embedded in his flipper. The turtle was treated for the injury and recovered before being returned to the water. Coverage of the release is highlighting the dangers fishing gear poses to marine life and the work of rescue teams in the state.
Why now: A feel-good animal rescue story with an ocean conservation angle is drawing public attention.
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- Florida sea turtle Sheldon swims back to the ocean after rescuers find hook in his flipper · Yahoo
- Florida sea turtle Sheldon swims back to the ocean after rescuers find hook in his flipper · The Cool Down
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