PORT ARANSAS, Texas - A Texas couple came to the rescue of a sea turtle they found trapped between some rocks on the coast of Port Aransas.

Watch the video above to see the rescue.

Trapped sea turtle rescued

What we know:

The footage was filmed by Adan Barajas, and shows his wife spotting what she believed to be a dead sea turtle. She quickly realizes it’s alive and in need of a helping hand.

As Barajas cheers on her efforts, his wife manages to grab the sea critter, before he brings it back to the water.

What to do if you find a sea turtle

What you can do:

While the couple's efforts saved the life of this sea turtle, there are proper steps to take when encountering wildlife in need of help. This is especially true when it comes to species at risk of endangerment or extinction, l

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