2. EndangeredSpecies
Despite being an endangered species the Green Sea Turtle is still being killed for its meat and eggs. The
destruction of their nesting grounds by human encroachment, fishnet-caused drowning, and boat
propeller accidents further reduce their numbers.
4. Characteristics
• The Green Sea Turtle is a reptile
• The Green Sea Turtle is a herbivore
• Average life span is 80 years
• Can weigh up to 700 pounds
• Is found in tropical and subtropical costal waters
6. Interesting Facts
• Sea turtles can not put their heads inside their shells
• Mating only occurs every 2 to 5 years
• Will follow lengthy migratory paths from nesting to feeding
grounds
• Watched as the dinosaurs evolved and became extinct
• Took to the sea 150 million years ago, they originally
evolved on land
7. What is Being Done to Help
• In the United States it is illegal to import or
export turtle products; it is also illegal to kill,
capture, or harass sea turtles or their eggs.
• Throughout the Caribbean it is illegal to touch a green
Sea Turtle or its eggs.
• Turtle excluder devises are required on all shrimp
trawlers in US waters, these allow turtles to escape
from the nets
8. Works Cited
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Green Sea Turtle.The Kids Times.
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