Young sea turtle Elton released at Coney Island, a beacon of hope for conservation

Endangered sea turtle released, returning to natural habitat after months of rehabilitation

Elton, a Kemp's ridley sea turtle, was recovered from a beach in Massachusetts back in December, flown to West Hampton, and nursed back to health by the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society.

Young sea turtle Elton released at Coney Island, a beacon of hope for conservation

CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn (PIX11) — A young sea turtle named Elton made a swift and inspiring return to the wild waters off Coney Island Wednesday, marking an encouraging moment for sea turtle conservation efforts. The endangered Kemp’s ridley turtle was found cold-stunned on a Massachusetts beach in December 2024 and has since undergone rehabilitation thanks to dedicated partnerships and community support. More Local News Leighann Clayton, D…

DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton Helps Release Rescued Endangered Sea Turtle Back into Atlantic Ocean at Coney Island

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton joined the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS), elected officials, and environmental leaders to release a rehabilitated Kemp’s ridley sea turtle back into the Atlantic Ocean outside the New York Aquarium. The event celebrated the New York State Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) that helps protect and restore the health of the state’s ocean and coasts.

Rescued Kemp’s ridley sea turtle Elton makes splashy return to ocean off Coney Island • Brooklyn Paper

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