Sea Turtle Medical Exam

New England Aquarium staff holding the neck of Myrtle to stabilize the massive sea turtle as a veterinarian draws blood during a medical examination in Boston on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Myrtle, who’s around 90 years old and weighs almost a quarter of a ton, underwent a medical examination that included blood draws as well as eye, mouth and a physical examination to ensure the creature remains in good health. (AP Photo/Rodrique Ngowi)