Queens
- Patient Status
- Released on April 15, 2025
- Date Found
- December 4, 2024
- Location
- Near Steinhatchee River; Dixie County
- Reason for Rescue
- Out of habitat, post-storm flooding
Initial Assessment
- Weight
- 5.86 kg (12.9 lbs)
- SCL (Straight Carapace Length)
- 35.5 cm
- Exam Findings
- Good body condition. Minor case of fibropapillomas with a tumor on one eye.
- Initial Treatment
- Fluids and vitamins
Queen’s Story
Queens is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 4. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Queens is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
INTERESTING FACT: Naming theme: Hometowns (Queens, NY)
Treatment Updates
- 12.5.24
-
The area that Queens was found in was likely brackish water. We will be monitoring Queen’s electrolytes over the next few days due to this exposure and giving appropriate fluid therapy. Queens was given a small amount of swim time and did well!
- 12.9.24
-
Queens went for a recheck CT. No obvious concerns seen! They’re blood work has improved, and they are able to be in deep water all day and overnight.
- 12.13.24
-
Queens successfully had their eye tumor removed! They are recovering well. Currently on antibiotics.
- 1.24.25
-
Queens was taken off oral antibiotics!
- 2.7.25
-
Queens was placed back on oral antibiotics based on recent labwork.
- 3.26.25
-
Queens went for a recheck CT and was taken off antibiotics!
- 4.8.25
-
Queens has received a clean bill of health from our staff veterinarian!
- 4.15.25
-
Queens was successfully released at Fred Howard Park!
All marine turtle footage taken in Florida was obtained with the approval of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under conditions not harmful to marine turtles. Footage was acquired while conducting authorized conservation activities pursuant to FWC MTP-23/24-172.