Sea Turtles Turn Into Adorable Scratch Addicts During Aquarium Cleanup

05/01/2025 7 min

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Episode Synopsis

A viral video shows sea turtles eagerly lining up for shell scratches as a worker cleans their tank, sparking a lively debate: are these reptiles craving affection, or just loving the brush? While many found the scene heartwarming and hilarious, others questioned the aquarium's setup and the turtles' welfare, calling for a "Happy Turtle" brush to go mainstream. The clip ignited broader discussions about animals' quirky grooming habits and their meanings.

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