95593 - Sabrina

Uruguay 2008-2009: SW Atlantic Bycatch Loggerheads

A project of Fisheries Bycatch Research Group.

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Species: Loggerhead
Life Stage: Juvenile
Gender: Unknown
Release Date: 2009-11-11 10:00:00
Release Location: SW Atlantic
Last Location: 2010-03-26 16:56:11

Background

This turtle was captured on a Uruguayan pelagic longline vessel operating in the SW Atlantic within Uruguayan waters. Sabrina was hooked in the tongue. A PNOFA scientific observer removed the hook and the turtle was released in good condition. Sabrina was named by a fisherman and measured 59 cm CCL x 58 cm CCW.