Ep 9. Salt of the Earth

In season 7, episode 9 of Sea Rescue, titled "Salt of the Earth," viewers are taken on a journey through the efforts of the SeaWorld rescue team as they work to save various marine animals suffering from different ailments caused by human activity.

The episode starts with a call to the rescue team to help a group of baby sea lions that were separated from their mothers due to human activity. The team quickly gets to work, but the situation becomes complicated when they discover that one of the sea lions has been entangled in fishing line. With the help of their specialized equipment and a team of experienced rescuers, they are able to safely remove the fishing line and the baby sea lions are released back into the wild.

Next, the team is called to rescue a loggerhead sea turtle that was hit by a boat propeller, causing severe injuries to her shell and flippers. The rescue team rushes her to their facility for immediate medical attention, which involves extensive rehabilitation and physical therapy. Throughout her recovery, she is carefully monitored and given specialized care before eventually being released back into the ocean.

In the third rescue story, the team helps a young harbor seal who was abandoned by her mother and found in an isolated cove. Upon initial examination, they discover that she is malnourished and suffering from a severe infection. With the help of their veterinarians, the seal is brought back to health over a period of several weeks and eventually released back into the wild.

The final rescue story follows a humpback whale that had become entangled in fishing gear, causing significant physical harm. The rescue team faces a daunting task as they attempt to free the whale from the lines without causing further damage. With the help of several specialized boats and a team of skilled rescuers, they are eventually able to free the whale and give it a second chance at life.

Throughout the episode, viewers are given a glimpse into the daily lives of the SeaWorld rescue team as they work tirelessly to save the lives of marine animals impacted by human activity. The stories highlight the importance of conservation efforts and the need for ongoing education on ways to protect our oceans and the creatures that inhabit them. "Salt of the Earth" reminds us of the pivotal role we play in protecting and preserving the ecological balance of our planet's oceans.