1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
Ph: (941) 388-4441
Hours: 10AM - 5PM
A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Age Class | Subadult |
Gender | Unknown |
Date Stranded | August 3, 2015 |
Location of Stranding | Manatee County, Florida |
Date of Arrival | August 3, 2015 |
Number of Days of Care | 8 days |
8/03/2015 Turtle stranded inshore in Manatee County. Turtle suffered a recent boat strike to the face.
8/07/2015 Turtle occasionally bites at food but has not eaten anything on its own.
8/10/2015 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!