From Barnacle-Bound to Thriving: How Rescuers Gave Kalani the Sea Turtle a Second Chance

A green sea turtle named Kalani was discovered nearly immobilized by barnacles, algae, and leeches, unable to move freely in the ocean. Thanks to dedicated care from experts at the Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue, Kalani made a remarkable recovery over nine months and returned to the sea.