Calling All Creatures Presents Shell Yeah! Turtle Rescue Stories

About this episode

This episode features Bette Zirkelbach from the Turtle Hospital discussing turtle rescues and rehabilitation efforts.

Calling All Creatures Podcast dives into the deep blue with a fin-tastic new episode: “Shell Yeah: Turtle Rescue Stories” This week’s guest is Bette Zirkelbach, manager of the incredible Turtle Hospital, in Marathon, Florida—where injured sea turtles get a second shot at life. In this episode, we explore: • Real-life turtle rescues (some dramatic, some downright miraculous!) • How sick and injured sea turtles are treated and rehabilitated • The biggest threats facing these gentle ocean travelers • What YOU can do to help protect them From cracked shells to triumphant releases, this episode is packed with stories that will make you cheer, tear up, and maybe even rethink your next beach trip!

People in this episode

Host: Laurie Fivecoat

Guest: Bette Zirkelbach

Topics covered

• turtle rescue
• marine life
• rehabilitation
• environmental protection
• ocean conservation

Keywords

• turtle rescue
• sea turtles
• Turtle Hospital
• rehabilitation
• marine conservation
• ocean threats
• wildlife protection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Turtle Hospital

Places: Marathon, Florida

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