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Patches
Humanely Euthanized

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Humanely Euthanized

Species:

Subadult Loggerhead (Caretta caretta) (CC25-1521)

Patches was found floating near Fort Pierce, Florida. Radiographs indicate GI gas. Current treatments include antibiotics, GI motility medication, and fluids.

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Admission Details

Arrival

Date

October 15, 2025

Stranding

Location

Fort Pierce, FL

Initial

Condition

Floating

Admission

Weight

170 lbs. / 77.3 kg.

Current

Weight

Care & Progress

Oct 24, 2025
Poor
Requires Continued Treatment
Unfortunately, Patches did not recover from anesthesia. Elected humane euthanasia.
Oct 17, 2025
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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