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Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle – Tzatziki

Release
Recent

Updated August 18, 2022 Posted July 12, 2022

Overview

Rescue Location
Cedar Key; Levy County
Release Location
Seahorse Key; Levy County
Rescue Date
07.02.2022
Species
Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle
Reason for Rescue
Hook ingestion

Location

Details

Tzatziki is a juvenile, Kemp’s ridley from Cedar Key area who was accidentally caught by a fisherman and ingested a fish hook. The fishing line was secured (taped) to the carapace to prevent further ingestion of the hook. The hook was successfully removed orally without the need for surgery by our staff veterinarian! We are hopeful for a quick recovery for Tzatziki!

TZATZIKI’S REHAB

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