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Case Synopsis for Isabela

aka ST05124

Species: Loggerhead (Caretta caretta)
Age Class: Subadult
Gender: Unknown
Date Stranded: August 20, 2005
Location of Stranding: Point o' Rocks, Sarasota, FL
Date of Arrival: August 20, 2005
Number of Days of Care: 5 days
Final Disposition: Died August 24, 2005

Comments/Disposition:

This turtle was found in the surf at Point o' Rocks, Sarasota.  It is lethargic and has symptoms of red tide toxicosis.  Treatment has been initiated. 8/25 Turtle died yesterday morning.  Necropsy is pending.


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