Crush's Recovery: Loggerhead Turtle's Journey to Health

0:00On March 26, a loggerhead turtle named Crush has hit a big recovery milestone at Sea Life Waymouth. The young female was rescued after washing up on a Jersey beach following Storm Garetty. She's made headlines for her journey, including a special flight to the UK mainland for expert care. Earlier this week, Crush underwent a CT scan without any sedation. Staff used the custom setup to keep her calm and still during the procedure. She arrived at the center after initial treatment in Jersey, transferred via a passenger plane to Southampton and then by road. The team notes her strong response to treatment so far. Over the past six weeks, she's gained healthy weight, a key sign of progress. Rescuers first spotted her thanks to a dog walker who thought she was gone but saw her move. Recent blood tests show her lung infection. Common and cold stunned turtles has nearly cleared up thanks to antibiotics. She'll keep getting regular checks with more blood work and X-rays ahead. With steady care tailored to her pace, Crush's team remains optimistic as they guide her step-by-step toward full strength.