MembersSea Turtle Rescue

At the beginning of January, 46 large sea turtles were found stranded on the coast of Israel.

By Michael Selutin |
Sea Turtle
Photo: Hadas Parush/Flash90

The animals were injured. Fortunately for them, Israel is home to a sea turtle rescue center. Sadly though, only 15 of the animals could be saved.

About 250 sea turtles are found stranded on Israeli beaches over the course of an average year. This particularly large group showed up over just three days. The rescue team...

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