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Case Synopsis for Sandy

aka JJF950531-01

Species: Loggerhead (Caretta caretta)
Age Class: Adult
Gender: Female
Date Stranded: May 31 1995
Location of Stranding: Siesta Key, Florida
Date of Arrival: May 31, 1995
Number of Days of Care: 20
Final Disposition: Released on June 19, 1995

Comments/Disposition: Sandy was admitted with signs of intestinal blockage. She was treated with oral mineral oil and an intestinal stimulant. She eventually passed a plastic bag and was fine after that. She was then released back into the wild.


Sandy close up


Sandy on release


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