Yellow Jacket was rescued from Fort Lauderdale, FL at the FPL Port Everglades Power Plant. She appeared lethargic and had multiple large barnacles on her carapace due to inactivity.
Species: Green Sea Turtle
Age: Juvenile (~1-3 yrs)
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Concern: Lethargic
Status: Released
Weight: 2.1 kg 5.0 lbs
| 2020-Feb-27 | Public release held at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton, Florida. |
| 2020-Feb-11 | Cleared for release by veterinarian. |
| 2020-Jan-4 | She is active and eating well and is expected to make a full recovery. |
| 2020-Jan-1 | Started on supportive medications. |
| 2019-Dec-31 | Rescued from Fort Lauderdale, FL due to lethargic behavior. |
Address: 1801 North Ocean Boulevard Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Phone: 561-544-8605
