Two-headed Loggerhead sea turtle found on Cape Hatteras National Seashore, park officials say

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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A rare two-headed Loggerhead sea turtle was found by park biologists at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

CAPE HATTERAS, N.C. (WTVD) -- A rare two-headed sea turtle was found on Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

The Loggerhead hatchling was found at the bottom of a nest during an excavation.

Officials said the hatchling was released after park biologists identified it had good flipper function and was exhibiting overall good health.