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Case Synopsis for Gill
aka ST0408, MH 03-683-Lk
Species: Kemp's ridley (Lepidochelys kempii)
Age Class: Juvenile
Gender: Unknown
Date Stranded: December 1, 2003
Location of Stranding: Truro, MA
Date of Arrival: February 11, 2004
Number of Days of Care: 70 days
Final Disposition: Turtle released April 20, 2004 at Ormond Beach, Florida
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Comments/Disposition:
This turtle stranded at Cape Cod due to hypothermia ("cold-stunning") and was initially treated at New England Aquarium. Due to space issues, the turtle was transferred to the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital for continued rehabilitation and eventual release. 3/5 Turtle is doing very well and gaining weight. 4/4 Continuing to do well. 4/16 This turtle has been approved for release next week along with Anchor, Marlin, and Crush. 4/20 Turtle was released today at Ormond Beach, Florida.
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