Sapphire
- Patient Status
- Released
- Date Found
- March 24, 2024
- Location
- Ponte Vedra Beach; St. Johns County
- Reason for Rescue
- Washed ashore
Initial Assessment
- Weight
- 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs)
- SCL (Straight Carapace Length)
- 34.8 cm
- Exam Findings
- Moderate amount of epibiota coverage. Good body condition. Small amount of fibropapilloma tumors present.
- Initial Treatment
- Fluids and vitamins
Sapphire’s Story
Sapphire is a juvenile green sea turtle who found washed ashore on March 24 in St. John’s County. Due to space limitations, Sapphire was transferred to CMA from Volusia County Marine Science Center to continue out the remainder of their rehabilitation.
INTERESTING FACT: Gemstones + Minerals
Treatment Updates
- 3.28.24
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Sapphire did well on their first swim test. No abnormal swimming behaviors and was able to rest on the bottom in deep water!
- 3.29.24
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Continuing to do glucose checks and giving fluids as needed. Starting to offer food and monitor their appetite.
- 4.2.24
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Sapphire went for a CT scan. Continuing to eat well.
- 4.16.24
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Sapphire is eating well and received a diet increase.
- 5.3.24
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Sapphire has received a clean bill of health from our staff veterinarian!
- 5.7.24
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Sapphire was released back on the east coast of Florida thanks to the help of FWC!
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.