Truffle
Released: 12-17-24
About Truffle
Released: 12-17-24
Species:
Juvenile Green (Chelonia mydas) (CM24-1196)
Truffle is a juvenile green sea turtle that was found washed up on Vero Beach. Truffle has Caryospora. Truffle is not eating. Current treatment is antibiotics, dewormer, fluids and tube feeding. Photo: Marisa Marulli
Admission Details
Care & Progress
Dec 20, 2024
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Truffle was successfully released on December 17, 2024.
Dec 13, 2024
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Dec 06, 2024
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Nov 29, 2024
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Nov 22, 2024
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Truffle had another fecal sample tested positive for Caryospora. Received another round of antiparasitic meds. Truffle is eating and glucose has remained at normal levels. Current treatment is antibiotics and antiparasitic medications.
Nov 15, 2024
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Nov 08, 2024
FairRequires Continued Treatment
New patient.