1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
Ph: (941) 388-4441
Hours: 10AM - 5PM
A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Age Class | Juvenile |
Gender | Unknown |
Date Stranded | April 4, 2015 |
Location of Stranding | Inshore, Tequesta, FL |
Date of Arrival | April 4, 2015 |
Number of Days of Care | 23 days |
4/4/15 Turtle was found with fishing line entaglement around all four flippers, and it's neck. It also had a fishing hook snared on its rear flipper. Turtle has significant papilloma tumors (including on it's eyes) and possible boat strike wounds on its carapace.
4/26/15 Turtle was humanely euthanized due to the severity of its injuries.
Throughout the month of March, Mote Aquarium experiences high daily visitation volume with many timed ticketed entry slots selling out. Guests are highly encouraged to purchase tickets in advance in order to guarantee entry.
Mote Aquarium is open seven days a week at our normal hours, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. We hope to SEA you soon!