Chica
Released: 2-4-26
About Chica
Released: 2-4-26
Species:
Juvenile Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) (CM25-1702)
Chica is a juvenile green sea turtle found by Inwater Research group. Large fp tumor in inguinal area. Current treatment is antibiotics. Photo © Tyler Dawson Photography
Admission Details
Care & Progress
Feb 06, 2026
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Chica was successfully released on February 4, 2026.
Jan 30, 2026
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Incision is healing well. Sutures were removed. There is one area of concern. Current treatment is antibiotics and wound care.
Jan 23, 2026
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Jan 16, 2026
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Incision is healing well. Current treatment is antibiotics and wound care.
Jan 09, 2026
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
Had surgery to remove the Fp tumor. The tumor was very involved in the femur. Dr. Emily amputated the rear flipper. Current treatment is antibiotics and wound care.
Jan 02, 2026
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
New patient.