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Lepidochelys kempi

KEMP'S RIDLEY

 
Admit
7/19/02
 Release
9/18/02
Weight   5.8 kg
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THE STRANDING
This Kemp's ridley sea turtle was found cold stunned in New England waters this past winter. Rehabilitation was provided by the  New England Aquarium in Boston.  The KBSTRRC will provide the pre-release care and hopes to release in the fall.

Transfer from New England Aquarium
Thanks to Dr. Rosemary Williams for the lift!
Released September 18, 2002.