Uncle Johnny
Uncle Johnny

Species: Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta, caretta)
Arrival Date: April 3, 2022
Stranding Location: Juno Beach, FL
Initial Weight: 101.9 lbs.
Current Weight: 101.9 lbs.
Issue: Hook Ingestion
Uncle Johnny is a subadult loggerhead sea turtle patient that was unintentionally hooked at the Juno Beach Pier. The turtle arrived with a hook in its esophagus and two external hooks in its right front flipper. Uncle Johnny will receive treatment and be closely monitored by hospital staff with routine diagnostics.
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:
04/11/2022 - Uncle Johnny has been transferred to another rehab facility while we are working on our new water system.
04/04/2022 - New Patient