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69 endangered sea turtles returned to the ocean after successful rehabilitation
The sea turtle rehabilitation team of the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation released 69 rehabilitated turtles approximately 45 nautical miles south of Hout Bay or 12 December 2022. The turtles were all rehabilitated at the Two Oceans Aquarium over the last year after being found stranded on Western Cape beaches. The group that was released included 65 hatchlings, one hawksbill, and three green turtles.
Following the turtle travels of Turbo - in partnership with Greenfish
Turbo is one of our recently-released released rehabilitated sea turtles. Turbo was released as part of a cohort off of the Cape Peninsula on 12 December 2022.
Turbo is a sub-adult green sea turtle, fitted with a satellite tracker tag sponsored by Greenfish. Before his release, we carefully attached the SPOT tag from Wildlife Computers to Turbo's carapace using steel putty, epoxy, fibreglass and an anti-fouling spray. Careful effort was made to ensure that the tag was perfectly attached and secure - but as time goes on, the tag is planned to fall off as Turbo sheds the outer layers of his shell during growth (just like your skin).
We're very excited to be able to track Turbo, as turtles of this young age aren't as well-studied as their older counterparts, so this could reveal information about their migration paths that are poorly understood!
Where does the “sting” in stingray come from?
Stingrays, with their flat bodies and floating “wings”, are one of the ocean’s most iconic sights. Unfortunately, they’re also the most misunderstood species of ray, sensationalised for their stinging tails.
Freediving at the Two Oceans Aquarium
If you’re keen to explore the ocean in a unique and exciting way, then the PADI Freediving Course is for you!
Trash Bash: 11 February 2023!
On 11 February 2023, the Trash Bash Clean-up will take place at Mouille Point - let's clean up our coastline!
Tag, you’re it! The basics of turtle tagging
You might have heard of tagging lions and elephants, or even microchipping your pet, but did you know that scientists can also attach tags to turtles and other marine animals to keep track of them?
Bob takes the plunge into his ocean home
After eight years of rehabilitation at the Two Oceans Aquarium, Bob the green turtle has been released! On 27 January 2023, Bob took his first plunge into the Indian Ocean in KwaZulu-Natal.
Tracking Bob: First few days back in the wild
After eight years in rehabilitation, Bob the green turtle has finally returned to the wild! We're sure you're just as excited to see what Bob gets up to as we are, and thanks to the support of Karoline Hanks, who ran the 13 Peaks (twice) to raise funds for a satellite tracker tag for Bob - we all get to follow his adventure!
Celebrating Hope: Talitha Noble's farewell to Bob
Talitha Noble, Conservation Manager at Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation, gave a heartfelt speech at Bob the green turtle's farewell event. Noble spoke about Bob's extraordinary impact on the Aquarium community. He was released on 27 January 2023 and has been enjoying his ocean explorations.
Reverse the Red Day
With many environmental issues dominating the media, particularly climate change, biodiversity loss is an often overlooked, yet just as significant, threat. Reverse the Red is a pioneering global movement that works to reverse biodiversity loss and showcase positive achievements for species on the brink of collapse - by celebrating efforts that bring species back from being "endangered". Today, 7 February 2023, is the first Reverse the Red Day!
Tracking Bob: 11 day check-in
After eight years in rehabilitation, Bob the green turtle returned to the wild on 27 January 2023! Since his release, Bob has been exploring the uThukela Marine Protected Area, gradually covering longer distances and enjoying the delicious algae beds along the coast. Thanks to the support of Karoline Hanks, who ran the 13 Peaks (twice) to raise funds for Bob's satellite tag, we all get to follow along on his adventure!
One Blue Heart
One Blue Heart is an boutique fundraiser event taking place at the One&Only in Cape Town that celebrates the rehabilitation of Bob, a green turtle that spend eight years in care at the Two Oceans Aquarium. One Blue Heart is raising funds and awareness for the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation's Turtle Conservation Centre.