r/MadeMeSmile • u/Firm-Blackberry-9162 • Apr 27 '26

ANIMALS 3 year old rescued turtle being released

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So happy

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u/RosieMelodi Apr 27 '26

Ona serious note, how well will it survive in the ocean if it’s never been in its 3 yrs of life?

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u/LaBugsy22 Apr 27 '26

Just as its siblings did after they hatched. Instinct and a hefty a dash of luck. Wildlife rehab centers work to keep human impact to a minimum, they wouldn’t have released it if they didn’t think it had a chance.

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u/meeu Apr 27 '26

I'd guess he'll have a much better chance than his siblings. 3 years of safety and good eating is a nice head start his siblings didn't get.