Inchworm was rescued from the Harbor Isles Marina in Fort Pierce, FL with large clustering of fibropapilloma tumors on her shoulders. She is also emaciated and underweight.
Species: Green Sea Turtle
Age: Juvenile (~5-10 yrs)
Location: Fort Pierce, FL
Concern: Fibropapillomatosis
Status: Deceased
Weight: 8.95 kg 19.7 lbs
| 2020-Mar-1 | Inchworm succumbed to disease. Necropsy performed by medical staff. |
| 2020-Feb-26 | Rescued from Fort Pierce, FL covered with fibropapilloma tumors. Started on supportive medications. |
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