| THE
STRANDING |
Caught in a net in Masonboro Sound near
Wrightville Beach, NC. |
| THE
TREATMENT |
The turtle was started on Fortaz to fight
infection and the wounds, consistant with a boat strike, were cleaned.
 |
| NOV
2003 |
  |
| June
2, 2004 |
Healed and healthy, this little green is released
with 10 others.
  |
| June
4, 2004 |
Observed seeming to struggle in the surf, first on
the night of release and then again the next day, Cheyenne is returned
to rehab. She is now enjoying a larger tank and the outdoor
area available during warm summer months.
  |
| SEPT,
2004 |
Flipper
trouble keeps Cheyenne in rehab for the winter. |
|
Left Flipper
 |
|
Right Flipper
 |