How This Injured Tern Survived Two Fishing Hooks | Wildlife Rescue Story

At Pelican Harbor Seabird Station in Miami, Florida, wildlife expert Jeff Corwin reunites with a very special patient — a rescued tern with an incredible survival story. Months ago, Jeff and his team discovered the bird while diving on a coral restoration project. When it refused to fly away, they realized something was wrong — X-rays later revealed two fishing hooks lodged inside its body.

Thanks to the expert care of Yaritza and the Pelican Harbor team, the tern made a full recovery after weeks of antibiotics, rehabilitation, and observation. Today, Jeff returns to witness its emotional release back into the wild.

This story is a powerful reminder of how discarded fishing gear threatens Florida’s seabirds — and how rescue and rehabilitation centers are giving them a second chance.

🌊 Location: Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Miami, FL
🕊️ Featured Wildlife: Tern
🐟 Topics: wildlife rescue, marine conservation, seabird recovery, Florida wildlife, fishing hook pollution, Jeff Corwin

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