By The Sea Lecture Series

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Unwrap The Waves

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Lefty

Lefty

About Lefty

Species:

Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Transfer Patient (Lk 23-51)

Lefty was transferred from Miami Seaquarium. Currently undergoing a health assessment which includes bloodwork, radiographs, physical exam, and swim assessment.

Admission Details

Arrival

Date

May 26, 2023

Stranding

Location

N/A

Initial

Condition

Previous flipper injury

Admission

Weight

33.24 kg., 73.1 lbs.

Current

Weight

32 kg. / 70.5 lbs.

Care & Progress

Jul 14, 2023
Good
Minor Adjustments Made
Lefty was transferred to Sea World in Orlando, FL.
Jun 30, 2023
Good
Minor Adjustments Made
Waiting to be transferred.
Jun 09, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Lefty has pneumonia and is currently being treated with antibiotics.
Jun 02, 2023
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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