Audubon Aquarium Rescue treats 35 endangered sea turtles after cold spell

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35 critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles rescued after New England cold spell.

Turtles transported to New Orleans for rehabilitation by Audubon Aquarium Rescue .

Each turtle receives personalized care, addressing health and buoyancy issues.

Public urged to report stranded sea turtles and marine mammals to Audubon.

Audubon Aquarium Rescue is caring for 35 critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles that were stranded along the New England coast after a severe cold spell last month.

The turtles, the world’s most endangered sea turtle species, were found suffering from dehydration, pneumonia, and exposure to frigid temperatures.

The turtles were initially stabilized by the New England Aquarium before being transported to New Orleans via a specially ch