A sea turtle struggles in the ocean, trapped in a discarded fishing net. The ropes tighten with every movement, cutting deeper into its flippers. Exhausted and unable to swim freely, the turtle grows weaker by the hour. Without help, death is inevitable. Unless a rescuer finds the sea turtle in time. For the hundreds of injured sea turtles that arrive at our care facilities in the Maldives, that moment of rescue is only the beginning of a long fight for survival.

Our veterinary team treats sea turtles suffering from some of the most severe injuries caused by human activity – deep cuts, flipper loss from net entanglement, and serious infections. They work tirelessly, performing delicate surgeries, managing pain, and providing months of specialised care to these turtles. Thanks to this dedication, many of our patients are successfully released back into the wild. But as threats like ghost nets, pollution, and habitat loss grow, more sea turtles are arriving at our door in urgent need of help – pushing our team and resources beyond capacity. Here is where your support can make all the difference. By supporting our veterinary team, you can give the animals they care for a second chance at life.