Final Disposition
Released July 6, 2009
Turtle upon arrival
3/29 Live adult female loggerhead found in the surf on Siesta Beach. Turtle is lethargic and anemic. Carapace was covered in algae and barnacles.
3/30 Turtle is eating everything she is offered.
4/20 Turtle is responding well to treatment for lethargic loggerhead syndrome and is eating well and gaining weight.
5/11 Turtle is eating very well and gaining weight. Responding well to treatment.
7/6 Turtle was released this morning on Lido Beach after 100 days of care at Mote Marines Sea Turtle Hospital.
Patient Overview
Sex:Female
Age:Adult
Patient Status:Former patient
Health Status:Released
Stranding Location:Siesta Key
Date of Stranding:March 28, 2009
Date of Arrival:March 29, 2009
Date Care Ended:July 6, 2009
Days in Care:99
Reason(s) for Care:Lethargy