A loggerhead sea turtle spotted struggling in the Indian River Bay on June 21 is believed to have died from a boat propeller ...

In a Nutshell Turtles show extraordinarily low cancer prevalence — 0–1% compared to 10% in mammals. They likely evolved multiple genetic and cellular defenses, like extra tumor suppressor genes and ...

The turtle was healthy post mortem and did not suffer from a chronic disease. If you have any information on this case you can call NOAA Fisheries Service's enforcement hot line at 800-853-1964.

Anglers, boaters and beachgoers should especially be on the lookout for stranded, dead, sick, injured or entangled animals. Since 1990, Maryland’s Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding Response ...