Sea Turtle Recovery, STR, is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of sea turtles and educating the public on the important ecological role of sea turtles, threats endangering them, and ways to protect their future. Sea Turtle Recovery is a separate nonprofit located inside Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. STR provides staffing, food, medicine, surgeries and other treatments to sick and injured sea turtles until they can be released back into the ocean. Sea Turtle Recovery also performs outreach throughout the region to raise awareness about sea turtles.
Be a Part Of
Our Mission
Sea Turtle Recovery (STR) is dedicated to the rehabilitation, preservation and conservation of Sea Turtles. STR’s goal is to rehabilitate sick or injured Sea Turtles for their release back to the wild. Sea Turtle Recovery also educates the public on the important ecological role of sea turtles, threats endangering them, and ways to protect their future.
Join Us in Saving Sea Turtles
Sea Turtle Adoption Sponsorships help STR save sea turtles. Each patient costs an average of $2000 to rehabilitate and release back to the ocean.
You can help!
Medical Expenses
- Medication
- Food
- Lab Work
- Veterinary Diagnostics
Other Expenses
- Life Support Systems
- Water Quality/Salt
- Climate Control
- Transportation
Your Support Matters
