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An Endangered Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle Named Pancake Makes a Triumphant Return to the Ocean After Months of Rehabilitation
The cold-stunned turtle was rescued last fall on Cape Cod and has since made a full recovery. The reptile, whose sex remains unknown, is estimated to be between 2 and 5 years old and weighed 11 pounds at the time of release
What to take away
Watch whether the progress continues long enough to protect the place or species.
Why it's good
It points to real recovery progress for a vulnerable species or place after sustained conservation work.
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