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Pinky
Transfered: 2-12-25

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About Pinky
Transfered: 2-12-25

Species:

Loggerhead (Caretta, caretta) (CC25-10)

Pinky is a post-hatchling from FAU Marine Science Lab. Has not been using front left flipper and floating. Radiographs indicate osteomyelitis. Current treatment is antibiotics.

Photo: Marisa Marulli

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Admission Details

Arrival

Date

January 17, 2025

Stranding

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Initial

Condition

Bone infection

Admission

Weight

0.33 lbs. / 150 g.

Current

Weight

0.33 lbs. / 150 g.

Care & Progress

Feb 14, 2025
Good
Requires Continued Treatment
Pinky was transfered back to the FAU Marine Science Lab for continued treatment.
Feb 07, 2025
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Dr. Barron performed a joint tap to send out a culture. Current treatment is antibiotics.
Jan 31, 2025
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
Jan 24, 2025
Fair
Requires Continued Treatment
New patient.
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