Shenandoah Loggerhead Release at Clearwater Beach

It’s release day for Shenandoah! Shenandoah, an adult male loggerhead turtle weighing 250 pounds, was found floating in distress off of an Indian Shores beach in February. Shenandoah was experiencing symptoms related to exposure to red tide, which included lethargy and uncoordinated swimming. Red tide is a harmful algal bloom that produces a neurotoxin that can affect turtles. Shenandoah is also missing his left front flipper, which is completely healed and will not impair his ability to survive in the wild.

After receiving specialized care at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the effects of red tide have resolved and Shenandoah is now healthy. He has been cleared for release by CMA’s veterinarian and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

All marine turtle footage taken in Florida was obtained with the approval of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under conditions not harmful to marine turtles. Footage was acquired while conducting authorized conservation activities pursuant to FWC MTP-23/24-172.

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