Inside Florida's Turtle Hospital, a Vet’s Journey

ABC News’ Victor Oquendo tours Florida’s Turtle Hospital, sharing rescue tales and the state’s famous key lime pie.

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Inside Florida's Turtle Hospital, a Vet’s Journey

On January 15, 2026 ABC News featured a video segment starring journalist Victor Oquendo as he walked visitors through Florida’s Turtle Hospital in Cocoa, Florida. Oquendo showcased the facility’s intensive care units where over 500 marine turtles are treated annually for injuries from boating, pollution and natural predators. The host highlighted new surgical breakthroughs and an upcoming partnership with the Coral Reef Alliance. He interwove the narrative with a quick taste‑test of Florida’s signature key lime pie, a culinary treat celebrated in the area’s markets. The episode aired as part of the GMA3 lineup, drawing over 200,000 views in its first 48 hours and amplifying public awareness of marine conservation efforts.

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