Weevil was rescued in Boynton Beach, FL near Ocean Inlet Park by a family out boating. Weevil was found floating, not able to dive, and exhibited lethargic behavior.
Species: Green Sea Turtle
Age: Juvenile (~3-5 yrs)
Location: Boynton Beach, FL
Concern: Chronic Debilitated
Status: Euthanized
Weight: 4.35 kg 9.6 lbs
| 2020-May-21 | Veterinarian prescribed euthanasia due to internal trauma in esophagus seen in x-rays. |
| 2020-May-18 | Begin supportive medications and completed diagnostic bloodwork and radiographs. Begin nebulizer treatment to be given daily. |
| 2020-May-17 | Rescued from Boynton Beach, FL lethargic and floating. Breathing sounded raspy indicating potential lung infection. |
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