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Casper
Released: 12-6-23

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About Casper
Released: 12-6-23

Species:

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) (CM23-2408)

Casper was found floating by Inwater Research Group. Casper is emaciated, anemic, and lethargic. Current treatment includes antibiotics and supportive care.

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Arrival

Date

October 23, 2023

Stranding

Location

Port St. Lucie, FL

Initial

Condition

Debilitated

Admission

Weight

52.0 kg., 114.4 lbs.

Current

Weight

52.0 kg., 114.4 lbs.

Care & Progress

Dec 08, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Casper was successfully released on December 6, 2023.
Dec 01, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Nov 24, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Nov 17, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Needs to gain more weight.
Nov 10, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Nov 03, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Oct 27, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
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