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Taking a walk through the Lake Smith, Lake Lawson Nature Area enjoying the colors of the season.
Photography by Craig McCLure
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On Wednesday, June 24, The Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response Team released six rehabilitated Kemp’s ridley turtles that were hooked by recreational fishermen. The Kemp’s ridley is the most endangered sea turtle species.
This year’s naming theme for rehab patients at the Aquarium is “Disney characters.”
• Elsa was hooked at Little Island Fishing Pier in Sandbridge on May 21. The hook was caught in the upper esophagus and was successfully removed under sedation at Beach Pet Hospital. After treatment with antibiotics and nutritional support, Elsa is ready to be released back to the ocean.
• Minnie Mouse was hooked on June 8 at Little Island Fishing Pier in Sandbridge. Minnie was taken to Beach Pet Hospital and the hook was removed easily under mild sedation. After a couple of weeks of nutritional support, Minnie is ready for release.
• Sven was hooked on June 8 at Buckroe Fishing Pier in Hampton. Sven swallowed a large shark hook that was removed under sedation at Beach Pet Hospital. Once some mild swelling resolved, Sven began eating well and is ready for release.
• Scar was hooked on June 9 at Buckroe Fishing Pier in Hampton. The hook was removed without sedation. Scar’s blood work and x-rays showed no other health concerns and after some nutritional support, Scar is ready for release.
• Genie was hooked on June 9 at Virginia Beach Fishing Pier on 15th Street. The fisherman reported using a small J-hook, but no hook was observed when the Stranding Response team arrived. Genie’s blood work and x-rays showed no other health concerns. Genie received nutritional support and is ready for release.
• Pumba was hooked on June 19 at Virginia Beach Fishing Pier on 15th Street. Pumba was caught by a treble hook in the corner of the mouth that was removed with minimal damage. Pumba’s x-rays and blood work showed no other health concerns and Pumba is ready for a quick release back to the sea. Hakuna matata!
The Stranding Response Team urges anyone who sees a hooked turtle to call the 24-hour hotline 757 385-7575. Bring the turtle up onto the pier or boat using a net, do not attempt to remove the hook yourself, and keep the turtle contained in a quiet, shaded area until Stranding Response personnel arrives.
Photographs by Craig McClure
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