We're excited to introduce you to our newest resident to our Oceans habitat, a female Kemp's ridley sea turtle!

Kemp's ridley sea turtle conservation is integral to Mississippi Aquarium's mission, having rehabilitated and released more than 60 turtles into the Mississippi Sound since 2020.

In recognition of its steadfast work with Kemp's ridleys, the Aquarium was selected by NOAA Fisheries and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services as the recipient of one of 10 adults, non-releasable Kemp's ridley sea turtles.