Captain Hook
About Captain Hook
Species:
Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas)
Captain Hook is a juvenile green that found in Lantana, FL entangled in fishing line. Radiographs indicated a hook had been ingested and stuck in the esophagus.
Admission Details
Care & Progress
Feb 05, 2023
GoodOff All Medications
Captain Hook was successfully released from Lantana Beach on Feb. 1, 2023.
Jan 24, 2023
GoodOff All Medications
Treatment includes wound care and antibiotics. Captain Hook is slated for release next week.
Jan 20, 2023
FairMinor Adjustments Made
Treatment includes wound care and antibiotics.
Jan 13, 2023
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
Another hook was found in the front right flipper. Dr. Barron removed both hooks on Jan 3. A small incision was made over the barb of the hook, then the hook was pushed through the incision, and the barb was cut off before pulling the hook through completely.
Dec 31, 2022
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
New patient.