10/08/2025
Zon Beachside Residents Witness Sea Turtle Release
The residents at Zon Beachside were thrilled to be part of such an incredible experience! On October 1, 2025, they gathered at Pelican Beach Park in Satellite Beach to witness the release of Bugs, a juvenile green sea turtle, back into the ocean.
Bugs had spent the past five months at the Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center after arriving in April with severe barnacle encrustations on its shell, which caused fractures and tissue damage. Thanks to the dedicated care of the Healing Center team, Bugs made a full recovery.
The release, open to the public and weather permitting, was a truly special event—highlighting both the resilience of wildlife and the important role of conservation efforts. Seeing Bugs return to the ocean was a moment of joy and inspiration for everyone in attendance, especially our Zon Beachside residents.
Release Details
Who: Bugs, a juvenile green sea turtle
What: Returned to the ocean after rehabilitation
When: Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Where: Pelican Beach Park, 1525 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach
Why: Fully rehabilitated after injuries from barnacle encrustations
