Significant Sea Turtle Cold-Stunning Event Tied to Climate Change Impacts on the Texas Coast
Shaver D and Walker J . 2024. Significant Sea Turtle Cold-Stunning Event Tied to Climate Change Impacts on the Texas Coast. Park Science. 38(1)
In February 2021, an extreme cold front swept the south Texas coast, rendering tens of thousands of endangered sea turtles lethargic and helpless. Working against the clock, a dedicated team of rescuers rushed to save them. A new study indicates long-term impacts.
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- Journal Article
- Authors
- Shaver, Donna; Walker, Jennifer
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- PAIS
- Keywords
- climate change, endangered species, extreme weather, population dynamics, research, sea turtles, stranding, turtles