Final Disposition
Released February 24, 2010
1/11 This cold-stunned sea turtle was brought to Mote from Florida’s east coast. Chai weighs 20.65 kg and has a carapace length of 49.1 cm. Chai has what appears to be a deformed carapace from an old wound of unknown origin. Chai also has eye damage that appears as if it could have been caused by a bird.
1/14 Turtle has been offered food, but is not yet eating. Temperature in Chai’s medical pool is 71-degrees F.
2/24 Turtle has had surgery to remove several papilloma’s, and the eye has healed incredibly well, even appearing to be visual. Chai has been eating well and surgery wounds have healed. Three turtles: Chai, Thermic, and Blizzard II, were transported back across the state to the East Coast by Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission staff for release today.
Patient Overview
Sex:Unknown
Age:Subadult
Patient Status:Former patient
Health Status:Released
Stranding Location:Titusville, Florida
Date of Stranding:October 31, 2010
Date of Arrival:October 31, 2010
Date Care Ended:February 24, 2010
Days in Care:249
Reason(s) for Care:Cold stun