The Brevard Zoo released a 200-pound sea turtle named “Guacamole” into the ocean Monday afternoon.
The green sea turtle was found in February at Lori Wilson Park in Cocoa Beach. Guacamole had several cuts and was missing most of one of her flippers.
She was treated at the Brevard Zoo for seven months.
The zoo’s website said that Guacamole is the first adult green sea turtle zoo employees have released.
Beachgoers attended the release at 3 p.m. at Lori Wilson Park. Zoo officials said attendees were encouraged to wear green to show their support.
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Watch Guacamole's release below:
The moment we've all been waiting for is nearly here—Guacamole is going home on Monday! Details: https://t.co/jAI8MnaJwX pic.twitter.com/uz4BphBxAh
— Brevard Zoo (@BrevardZoo) September 21, 2018
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