Date Stranded: April 10, 2026
Reason for Stranding
Predator Attack at Andy Bowie
Patient History
1.5 kg juvenile Atlantic Green sea turtle
Patient Injuries
External Carapace Notes: Rake marks, marginal scute damage on left caudal side, moderate abrasions.
Plastron: Moderate plastron abrasions,
External Wounds: Right front flipper tip missing and bleeding with puncture and notch on flipper. Rear flippers have puncture and wounds.
Patient Treatments
In House PCV: 38%, TS: 4.4 , Glucose: 175
Meds administered: Ceftaz (antibiotic) , VitB (appetite stimulant), Keto (pain medication) & Normosol
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