Kronos
Kronos

Species: Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas)
Arrival Date: April 5, 2021
Stranding Location: Riviera Beach, FL
Initial Weight: 23.14 lbs.
Current Weight: 23.14 lbs.
Issue: Buoyancy Disorder
Kronos is a juvenile green sea turtle patient that was found floating and unable to dive in Riviera Beach. Radiographs revealed a large amount of gas in the turtle’s body. Kronos will receive treatment and be closely monitored by hospital staff with routine diagnostics.
PROGRESS KEY:
Good Condition
PROGRESS NOTES:
05/14/2021 - Kronos was released from Loggerhead Park on May 13, 2021. View video here >
05/07/2021 - Kronos has made excellent progress recovering from severe pneumocoelom. The turtle is gaining weight, is very active and is swimming normally again. Kronos’ prognosis is good.
04/30/2021 -
04/23/2021 -
04/16/2021 -
04/08/2021 - New Patient