Rescued Green Sea Turtles Ready for Release: Overcoming Health Challenges

The video discusses the rescue and rehabilitation of green turtles found on Sydney beaches. Initially weak and unable to dive, they were treated at Taronga Park Zoo and Sydney Aquarium. Green turtles face threats from habitat loss due to real estate development. The video highlights common health issues like constipation and abnormal buoyancy, which can be fatal. Despite these challenges, the turtles were successfully rehabilitated and prepared for release back into the wild.

What was the initial condition of the turtles when they were found on the beaches of Sydney?

• They were ill and weak, with lacerations on their shells.

• They were aggressive and biting.

• They were healthy and active.

• They were nesting and laying eggs.

What did the staff at Taronga Park Zoo identify as a common indication of sickness in turtles?

• Inability to swim

• Inability to dive

• Inability to walk

• Inability to eat

Where were the turtles transferred for further monitoring and rehabilitation?

• Sydney Aquarium

• Taronga Park Zoo

• A wildlife sanctuary

• A local veterinary clinic

What was included in the turtles' diet to ensure it was as close to normal as possible?

• Fresh fish and seaweed

• Fresh meat and bones

• Fresh fruits and vegetables

• Fresh jellyfish and squid

What is a common health issue that green sea turtles face, which can often lead to death?

• Severe constipation

• Severe dehydration

• Severe malnutrition

• Severe hypothermia