Final Disposition
Released on 31 Jul 1992
MML 9219 was weak, with abrasions from entanglement, muscle and liver damage. Lesions of the fungus Lobomycosis were present on the skin of the flukes and peduncle. He was started on prophylactic antibiotics, fluids, supportive care, and was transferred to a small lagoon on day 3. Matt began eating and swimming after 2 days. Recovery was uneventful. He was released back into Matlacha Pass and seen numerous times over the next 2.5 years.
Cause of Stranding
Entanglement in crab trap line