More than 600 baby sea turtles were released back into the Atlantic Ocean Monday.
It was a joint effort between the Coast Guard and the Gumbo-Limbo Nature Center.
In support of the Coast Guard's commitment to protecting endangered species and the marine environment, crew members from Station Fort Lauderdale transported marine scientists and volunteers from the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center offshore to assist in the release.
The sea turtle hatchlings come from turtle nests located along beaches throughout Florida, which are the primary nesting grounds for Loggerhead sea turtles.
In addition to the more than 600 baby sea turtles being released, four turtles between the ages of six-months and one-year will be released back into the wild following rehabilitation.
In all, 637 sea turtles were released.
