Final Disposition
Died on August 10, 2004
This dolphin stranded with about 37 others of the same species. All were pushed back, but re-stranded again. Dolphin was brought to the Dolphin and Whale Hospital with six others of the same group for rehabilitation.
8/9 This dolphin has very severe pneumonia, high white count and high liver values, as well as external wounds. It is also very emaciated.
8/10 Dolphin died at 10 pm tonight. Necropsy will be performed tomorrow morning.
8/11 Necropsy revealed red fluids in the chest, abdomen, and pericardial sac as well as severe changes in the lungs. Histopathology is pending.
Patient Overview
Sex:Male
Age:Adult
Patient Status:Former patient
Health Status:Died
Stranding Location:Hutchinson Island, Florida (near Ft. Pierce)
Date of Stranding:August 5, 2004
Date of Arrival:August 7, 2004
Date Care Ended:August 10, 2004
Days in Care:3