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Matcha

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About Matcha

Species:

Green (Chelonia mydas) (CM 23-100)

Matcha is a juvenile green that was caught at Deerfield Beach Pier. The hook was located in the upper jaw and palate. Dr. Barron was able to remove the hook with sedation.

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Arrival

Date

July 3, 2023

Stranding

Location

Deerfield Beach Pier, FL

Initial

Condition

Hook ingestion

Admission

Weight

1.94 kg., 32.1 lbs.

Current

Weight

1.94 kg., 32.1 lbs.

Care & Progress

Jul 14, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Matcha was successfully released on July 10, 2023.
Jul 07, 2023
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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