[Nhcoll-l] Oozing museum leatherback

[Fran Ritchie]

Hi All,

I will be working with a museum on a conservation plan for a
leatherbackturtle that has been on display for many years and is
continually oozing
oil.  I know this is a common problem with sea turtles (or is it
leatherbacks in particular?).

I have a feeling that there isn't much to be done, other than manage the
problem.  I would love to hear about any other experiences that people have
had in dealing with this issue, or even other examples of institutions with
turtles hanging/draining in collections.  The messier the horror story, the
better.

Thanks,

Fran Ritchie
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