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Eugene
Released: 4-15-24

Eugene

About Eugene
Released: 4-15-24

Species:

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) (CM24-32)

Eugene was found by Inwater Research Group in St. Lucie. There are boat strike wounds to the plastron and carapace. We are also concerned about his liver function since feces are bright green. We are treating with antibiotics, wound care and fluids.

Admission Details

Arrival

Date

February 21, 2024

Stranding

Location

Port St. Lucie, FL

Initial

Condition

Line ingestion, FP

Admission

Weight

6.4 lbs. / 2.9 kg.

Current

Weight

6.4 lbs. / 2.9 kg.

Care & Progress

Apr 19, 2024
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Eugene was successfully released on April 15, 2024.
Apr 12, 2024
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Apr 05, 2024
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Mar 29, 2024
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Mar 22, 2024
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
CT scan had no significant findings. Current treatment is antibiotics, wound care and fluids.
Mar 15, 2024
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Mar 08, 2024
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Has a CTscan schedule to determine the extent of the injuries.
Mar 01, 2024
Poor
Requires Continued Treatment
Feb 23, 2024
Poor
Requires Continued Treatment
New Patient.
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