Green turtles maintain home ranges throughout the year, but are not territorial.
Tag: Green Turtle
The green turtle is the second largest species of sea turtle. As a migratory, cosmopolitan species, this species is found in shallow tropical and subtropical waters near the equator and will travel great lengths in order to return to its natal beach to lay the next generation of eggs. This endangered species is threatened by tourism, recreation, and fishing.
Green Turtle
Because green turtles are highly mobile throughout their lives, they are opportunistic feeders.
Green Turtle
There are no known adverse effects of the green turtle on humans.
Green Turtle
Morphological sexual dimorphism isn't completely recognized in green turtles until early adulthood.
Green Turtle
Green turtles are so named because of the greenish color of their subdermal fat.