Crush the turtle is now fit to return to the wild.
The rare loggerhead was found cold-stunned, washed up on a Jersey beach in January during Storm Goretti.
She was found by a dog-walker and spent several weeks in the care of New Era Veterinary Hospital where she was treated for for extreme malnutrition and cold-stunning, which caused her core body temperature to drop to just 10° C.
In February a Loganair flight transferred her to the UK for specialist rehabilitation.
Jersey bids farewell to Crush the loggerhead turtle
Crush was taken to the Sea Life Centre in Weymouth, where a careful programme of care has got her back to full health.
"Since arriving at SEA LIFE Weymouth, Crush has undergone CT scans, regular blood tests, ongoing veterinary assessments and a carefully managed diet to rebuild strength and regain a healthy weight.
"We're now working with our conservation partners to make the final preparations, including organising transport by air to warmer waters where Crush will have the best possible chance of thriving back in the wild.
"We are incredibly proud of our team for their dedication and care to Crush's recovery. Thank you also to the hundreds of well wishes from supporters around the world who have been following Crush's story.
Crush's release journey will be shared when more details are confirmed.
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