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Case Synopsis for Marlin
aka ST0411, MH 03-652-Lk, "Honker"
Species: Kemp's ridley (Lepidochelys kempii)
Age Class: Juvenile
Gender: Unknown
Date Stranded: November 16, 2003
Location of Stranding: Shaket Beach, Orleans, 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 well and gaining weight. 4/4 Continuing to do well. May be close to being ready for release. 4/16 This turtle has been approved for release next week along with Crush, Anchor, and Gill. 4/20 Turtle was released today at Ormond Beach, Florida.
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