{"id":145590,"date":"2026-02-06T03:06:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T03:06:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/145590\/"},"modified":"2026-02-06T03:06:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T03:06:10","slug":"seaworld-orlando-rescues-16-sea-turtles-amid-cold-snap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/145590\/","title":{"rendered":"SeaWorld Orlando rescues 16 sea turtles amid cold snap"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u00a0With the past week bringing historic temperature drops across Central Florida, the cold weather is affecting more than just human residents \u2014 it\u2019s also putting sea turtles at risk.<\/p>\n

SeaWorld Orlando\u2019s rescue team has taken in 16 green sea turtles from Titusville after the animals showed signs of cold stress, including visible damage to their shells and skin. The rescue effort is being conducted in coordination with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission as the turtles receive medical care.<\/p>\n

According to the FWC, sea turtles can become cold-stunned when water temperatures fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, leaving them weak and unable to swim. Cold-stunned turtles may float near the surface or wash ashore and can often appear lifeless despite still being alive.<\/p>\n

SeaWorld\u2019s animal care team is providing treatment with the goal of stabilizing and rehabilitating the turtles until they are healthy enough to be released back into the wild. Officials say the turtles will be returned to their natural habitat once weather and water conditions improve.<\/p>\n

Wildlife officials are urging the public not to touch or attempt to move distressed sea turtles. Anyone who encounters an injured or cold-stunned turtle is encouraged to contact the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline so trained responders can safely assist.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: SeaWorld Orlando<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: SeaWorld Orlando<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: SeaWorld Orlando<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: SeaWorld Orlando<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: SeaWorld Orlando<\/p>\n

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