Lefty

Species: Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii)
Transfer Patient (Lk 23-51)

Arrival Date: May 26, 2023
Stranding Location: N/A

Admission Weight: 33.24 kg., 73.1 lbs.
Current Weight: 32 kg. / 70.5 lbs.

Initial Condition: Previous flipper injury

Lefty was transferred from Miami Seaquarium. Currently undergoing a health assessment which includes bloodwork, radiographs, physical exam, and swim assessment.

PROGRESS KEY:

Good Condition
Fair Condition
Poor Condition

Patient requires continued treatment but is progressing well.

Minor adjustments have been made to the patient's treatment.

Patient is off all medications.

PROGRESS NOTES:

7/14/2023 - Lefty was transferred to Sea World in Orlando, FL.

7/7/2023 -

6/30/2023 - Waiting to be transferred.

6/23/2023 -

6/16/2023 -

6/9/2023 - Lefty has pneumonia and is currently being treated with antibiotics.

6/2/2023 - New patient.