The Turtle Hospital. Rescue, Rehab, Release.

Tulip

Tulip

Intake: 4/12/2022

Species: Green

Weight: 10 lbs (4.95 kg)

Reason:  FP & Entanglement

Gender: Unknown


4/12/2022: Intake: This juvenile green turtle was found in Miami waters with tumors, and entangled in fishing line.  

6/24/2022: Tulip is looking wonderful having had surgery to remove some of the tumors.

8/31/2022: Getting closer to being tumor free.

10/13/2022: Released at Cheeca Lodge, Islamorada.

Click here to see Tulip swimming in her tank.