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Munchkin

About Munchkin

Species:

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas)

Munchkin is a juvenile green found by the Inwater Research Group at the St. Lucie Power Plant. Emaciated and lethargic. No apparent injuries. Receiving supportive care with antibiotics and fluids.

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Admission Details

Arrival

Date

February 16, 2023

Stranding

Location

St. Lucie Power Plant, FL

Initial

Condition

Emaciated and lethargic

Admission

Weight

10.12 lbs.

Current

Weight

11.7 lbs.

Care & Progress

Apr 28, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Munchkin was successfully released last week.
Apr 21, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Munchkin has been cleared for release.
Mar 31, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Starting to gain weight.
Mar 17, 2023
Good
Off All Medications
Mar 10, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Antibiotics have been discontinued.
Mar 03, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Eating well and is active. Still thin. Moved to a larger deep water tank.
Feb 16, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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