Sea turtles are threatened and endangered species that highlight the many pressing issues surrounding coastal development and ocean conservation. To help ensure that sea turtles have a future in our oceans, the South Carolina Aquarium uses its facilities to aid sick and injured sea turtles through its Sea Turtle Rescue Program. When an unhealthy sea turtle is found along the coast, it is brought to our Turtle Hospital by the
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources where animal care staff can begin to monitor and treat the animal in our state-of-the-art facility.
Sea Turtle Rescue Program
South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston, SC 29401
TurtleRescue@scaquarium.org
Meet some of our current patients, speak with sea turtle experts, and get a glimpse of what goes on behind-the-scenes at our sea turtle hospital. 
The Sea Turtle Rescue Program provides a place for injured sea turtles to receive care, treatment and medicines. With your support, we can continue our efforts to sustain these species into the next century and beyond.