Bella
Patient report
Name: Bella
Species: Green Sea Turtle
Weight:
Reason for Visit: Predator Attack, Boat Strike
Location found: Layton, FL
Status Report
- 9/20/2025 Bella the Juvenile green sea turtle was admitted to The Turtle Hospital from Layton Florida in the afternoon, the little turtle was admitted to the hospital suffering from a predator attack and possibly an old boar strike.
- 10/7/2025 Bella is convalescing at the Turtle Hospital and is responding to treatment and looking so much better today! When she arrived following a predator attack, Bella was noticeably buoyant at intake. While it might seem harmless, buoyancy in sea turtles is actually a serious medical concern. It often indicates internal gas buildup or trauma that prevents the turtle from diving properly. This can interfere with feeding, resting, and escaping predators, making recovery especially urgent. Encouragingly, this week Bella has been observed spending time at the bottom of her tank—a great sign that her buoyancy issues are improving. Flippers crossed this won’t be a permanent bubble, and she’ll continue progressing toward a full recovery.
Bella Photos
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