Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin — Season 1, Episode 3: A Turtle Tale
Documentary, Family • 30 min • 5 seasons, 122 episodes • ★ 8.5/10
Episode synopsis
Animals are genetically designed to care for their young and generally make good parents. But sometimes, they are not destined to stay and care for their offspring, and the little ones become animal orphans. One such orphan is Murphy, a loggerhead sea turtle rescued by the Georgia Aquarium. This is the story of Murphy and his journey from rescue, to rehabilitation, and finally to release back into the wild.
About Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin
Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin is a 30-minute show which follows host Jeff Corwin's travels and works in conjunction with the Georgia Aquarium. Airing in 2011 on Saturday mornings on ABC TV channels. Its message of conservation, ocean research, and preserving our ocean habitats are central to each episode. While it is aired for children and family viewing on Saturday mornings, the show is also made with the classroom in mind to help teachers.