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Sailfish
Humanely Euthanized

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About Sailfish
Humanely Euthanized

Species:

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) (CM23-2447)

Sailfish is a juvenile green found floating in the sailfish marina. Had CTscan on Wednesday to check for internal tumors. Current treatment is antibiotics and supportive care.

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Arrival

Date

November 24, 2023

Stranding

Location

Singer Island, FL

Initial

Condition

Fp, floating

Admission

Weight

8.96 kg., 19.7 lbs.

Current

Weight

8.96 kg., 19.7 lbs.

Care & Progress

Dec 08, 2023
Poor
Requires Continued Treatment
Sailfish's condition began to decline rapidly. Elected humane euthanisa.
Dec 01, 2023
Poor
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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