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Case Synopsis for Grant

aka ST12015

Species: Loggerhead (Caretta caretta)
Age Class: Subadult
Gender: Unknown
Date Stranded: April 13, 2012
Location of Stranding: Manatee County, north of Kingfisher boat ramp
Date of Arrival: 13 April 2012
Number of Days of Care:
Final Disposition: Released July 30, 2012

Comments/Disposition:
4/13 This loggerhead sea turtle was found  floating and unable to dive in the grassflats by an FWC officer. The turtle is very lethargic and was given fluids upon arrival. The turtle was named Grant.  4/14 Grant has started to eat today and consumed a small amount of food. 5/1 Grant is starting well but still floating. 5/17 Turtle is sitting on the bottom this morning. 6/17 Turtle is gaining weight — a good sign. 7/30 Gained enough weight to be released this morning from Lido Beach!







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