Sometimes turtles are found with an overly mossy/algae covered shell. Turtles in this condition are called “floaters.” This is because when turtles are struggling to regulate buoyancy and properly dive, algae will begin to grow on their carapace indicating something is wrong. Floating for a long period of time could be due to a sickness, injury or many other reasons. Radiographs, monitoring diet, and diving tests are crucial when examining this type of admission. After cleaning off the algae and
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Sometimes turtles are found with an overly mossy/algae covered shell. Turtles in this condition are called “floaters.” This is because when turtles are struggling to regulate
Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Kevin Dusablon · East Chop. Sometimes turtles are found with an overly mossy/algae covered shell. Turtles in this condition are called “floaters.” This is because when turtles are struggling to regulate buoyancy and properly dive, algae will begin to grow on their carapace indicating something is wrong ...
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It’s Turtle Tuesday! 🐢 We’re here with a patient update on the Peninsula Cooter patient (23-5295) that underwent surgery for a shell repair last week. Unfortunately, this turtle was struck by a car that caused severe fractures to the shell. Our veterinary team has created a treatment plan to include frequent doctor checks to ensure the shell is healing properly and a supportive environment that includes swim time as shown in this video. This is a critical part of the recovery process and provid
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It’s Turtle Tuesday! 🐢 We’re here with a patient update on the Peninsula Cooter patient (23-5295) that underwent surgery for a shell repair last week. Unfortunately, this turtle was struck by a car that caused severe fractures to the shell. Our veterinary team has created a treatment plan to include frequent doctor checks to ensure the shell is healing properly and a supportive environment that includes swim time as shown in this video. This is a critical part of the recovery process and provid
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It’s release day for this soft shell turtle! This turtle was a vehicle strike victim. After spending some time in the hospital, we were able to release the turtle back to its natural habitat. Did you know that Florida softshell turtles have long necks which they can extend about halfway down their shell? #freedomfriday | Conservancy of Southwest Florida
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It’s release day for this soft shell turtle! This turtle was a vehicle strike victim. After spending some time in the hospital, we were able to release the turtle back to its natural habitat. Did you know that Florida softshell turtles have long necks which they can extend about halfway down their shell? #freedomfriday | Conservancy of Southwest Florida
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