Final Disposition
Released
1/13 This juvenile green turtle was cold stunned and found in Sarasota. Turtle weighs 5.4 kg and has a carapace length of 37 cm.
1/14 Turtle is placed in a medical pool warmed to 71 degrees F and has been offered food but is not yet eating.
1/20 Turtle was one of 10 cold-stunned turtles released from Vanderbilt Beach in Collier County. (Thanks to Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch for the transport!) Click to read the story.
Patient Overview
Sex:Unknown
Age:Juvenile
Patient Status:Former patient
Health Status:Released
Stranding Location:Sarasota, Florida
Date of Stranding:January 13, 2010
Date of Arrival:January 13, 2010
Days in Care:5951
Reason(s) for Care:Cold stun