We witness the rescue of a distressed sea turtle suffering from a severe nasal blockage. This poor creature was found with a plastic straw lodged deep in its nostril, causing immense pain and difficulty breathing.

A dedicated volunteer team specialized in marine animal rescue quickly came to the turtle’s aid. They carefully lifted the turtle onto their boat, working diligently to remove the foreign object. Despite their expertise, the rescue was challenging. The turtle experienced significant discomfort as rescuers used pliers to extract the straw, which had firmly embedded itself in its nasal passage.

The team faced an agonizing struggle, with each attempt causing the turtle more pain. The rescuers, concerned about the turtle’s well-being, decided to switch tactics. They cautiously used their hands, trying to avoid further injury while pulling out the straw, which had been lodged for months.

Finally, with a decisive pull, the straw—a 15 cm long piece of plastic—was removed. The turtle could finally breathe freely again. This heartwarming rescue highlights the importance of marine conservation and the impact of plastic pollution.