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Saving the planet and animals! 

Hello

My name is Kaitlyn Zavesky

Kaitlyn grew up in Columbus, Ohio with a love for sea turtles knowing she wanted to make a difference for the species. She graduated with a degree from Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH. She has worked with four of the seven species of sea turtles since the start of her career in 2018. Over her career, she has integrated her passion and experince with sea turtles into other marine life conservation efforts.

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Follow Kaitlyn on Her Journey

As a biologist working with sea turtles, Kaitlyn has the opportunity to contribute to various aspects of their conservation. This involves protecting nesting locations, sea turtle rehabilitation, studying migration routes, and the impact of human activities on their populations. By conducting research within the framework of state issued permits, Kaitlyn ensures that her work aligns with legal and ethical guidelines and prioritizes the well-being of the sea turtles.

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105.5 the dove Interview

'Tis the season for sea turtle nesting, and that's What's Good In Tampa Bay with Florida Aquarium Marine Biologist Kaitlyn Zavesky and Ann Kelly. Keep them safe with a few simple tips from Kaitlyn! 

 

Click the          below to listen to her interview. 

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00:00 / 04:39

April 2023

Find Kaitlyn on Social Media

A great deal of Kaitlyn's experiences has been captured by organizations across the country and shared on social media.  Check out the posts below to follow Kaitlyn on her journey.

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Season Recap

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

October 2024

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Injured Turtle Rescue

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

June 2024

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Cold Stunned Meds 

Boston, Massachusettes

New England Aquarium

February 2024

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Bermuda Turtle Project

Bermuda

Bermuda Zoo & Aquarium

August 2023

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Red Tide Care

St. George Island, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

May 2023

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Palmer Release

St. Augustine, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

April 2022

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Rear Flipper Measurements

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

June 2024

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Terrapin Work

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

May 2024

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Ready for Release

Bermuda

Bermuda Zoo & Aquarium

August 2023

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Education

Bermuda

Bermuda Zoo & Aquarium

August 2023

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World Earth Day

Tampa, Florida

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April 2023

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Cold Stunned Rehab

Boston, Massachusetts

New England Aquarium

December 2021

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Morphometrics

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

June 2024

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Turtles Fly Too

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Wonders of Wildlife

May 2024

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First Turtle of the Trip

Bermuda

Bermuda Zoo & Aquarium

August 2023

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Stranded Turtle Intake

Apollo Beach, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

May 2023

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Sea Turtle Rehab

Apollo Beach, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

March 2023

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Sea Turtle Nesting

St. George Island, Florida

Apalachicola NERR

May 2021

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Night Patrol

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

June 2024

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Turtle Team

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

April 2024

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Research

Bermuda

Bermuda Zoo & Aquarium

August 2023

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Sea Turtle Release

St. Augustine, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

May 2023

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Turtle Scan

Apollo Beach, Florida

The Florida Aquarium

March 2023

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Meeting Zig-Zag

Savannah, Georgia

Caretta Research Project

July 2016

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