CMA Rescued Resident – Max

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Max has been a resident at Clearwater Marine Aquarium since January 12, 1984, making him one of the first resident turtles at CMA. Max sustained a very severe head injury that left him mostly blind, disqualifying him from release. Max has had to make adjustments to find his food and often takes a little longer than others to eat. He can see best out of his right eye and often circles to the right to see around his habitat. Max most often lives with another Kemp’s ridley, Rob. They are often found sleeping together in their favorite spot. He is a more active sea turtle and often will be found cruising through the water while the other turtles take naps. His favorite source of enrichment is eating ice toys colored with food dye.