Pumpkin
Released: 12-8-23
About Pumpkin
Released: 12-8-23
Species:
Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) (CM23-2376)
Pumpkin is a juvenile green found in Miami unable to swim past the waves. Pumpkin has no apparent injuries but is very lethargic and weak. Pumpkin has not been strong enough to stay in a tank all day. Treatment includes antibiotics, tube feeding, and supportive care.
Admission Details
Care & Progress
Dec 08, 2023
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Pumpkin was successfully released on December 8, 2023.
Dec 01, 2023
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Pumpkin has been cleared for release. Will be released on Friday.
Nov 24, 2023
GoodRequires Continued Treatment
Nov 17, 2023
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Nov 10, 2023
FairRequires Continued Treatment
Pumpkin has been in a tank full time and is eating great. Treatment includes antibiotics.
Nov 03, 2023
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
Pumpkin has started eating and spending more time in the tank. Treatment includes antibiotics and supportive care.
Oct 27, 2023
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
Oct 20, 2023
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
CT scan is scheduled for Tuesday.
Oct 06, 2023
PoorRequires Continued Treatment
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