Sea turtle foraging. #nature #wildlife #sealife #beautiful #hawaii
There are four species of sea turtles that can be found in Hawaiian waters: the green sea turtle (also known as honu), the hawksbill sea turtle, the olive ridley sea turtle, and the loggerhead sea turtle.
The green sea turtle is the most commonly seen and iconic of the four species in Hawaii. These turtles are gentle giants and can grow up to four feet long and weigh up to 400 pounds. They are famous for their beautiful greenish skin and their importance in Hawaiian mythology and culture. Due to over-harvesting and habitat loss, green sea turtles were listed as endangered species, but their population has since recovered and they are now classified as threatened.
The hawksbill sea turtle is considered critically endangered and is much rarer than the green sea turtle. These turtles have a distinctive beak-like mouth, thick shell, and can grow up to three feet long. They are known for their gorgeous patterned shells that were previously sought after for tortoiseshell products, which was a major factor in their decline.
The olive ridley sea turtle is also considered endangered and is the smallest of the Hawaiian sea turtle species, usually growing to a little over two feet in length. They are primarily found in the open ocean and are not typically observed in the shallow waters around Hawaii.
Lastly, the loggerhead sea turtle is infrequently seen in Hawaiian waters and is listed as a threatened species. They are one of the largest sea turtle species, with adults growing up to four feet in length and weighing up to 400 pounds. Unlike the other sea turtles in Hawaii, loggerheads spend most of their lives in cooler water and migrate long distances to breed and feed.
All sea turtles in Hawaii are protected by the Endangered Species Act and it is illegal to harm or harass them in any way. It is important to remember to keep a respectful distance if you see a sea turtle while swimming or snorkeling in Hawaii.
Видео Sea turtle foraging. #nature #wildlife #sealife #beautiful #hawaii канала Dronetastic Voyage
The green sea turtle is the most commonly seen and iconic of the four species in Hawaii. These turtles are gentle giants and can grow up to four feet long and weigh up to 400 pounds. They are famous for their beautiful greenish skin and their importance in Hawaiian mythology and culture. Due to over-harvesting and habitat loss, green sea turtles were listed as endangered species, but their population has since recovered and they are now classified as threatened.
The hawksbill sea turtle is considered critically endangered and is much rarer than the green sea turtle. These turtles have a distinctive beak-like mouth, thick shell, and can grow up to three feet long. They are known for their gorgeous patterned shells that were previously sought after for tortoiseshell products, which was a major factor in their decline.
The olive ridley sea turtle is also considered endangered and is the smallest of the Hawaiian sea turtle species, usually growing to a little over two feet in length. They are primarily found in the open ocean and are not typically observed in the shallow waters around Hawaii.
Lastly, the loggerhead sea turtle is infrequently seen in Hawaiian waters and is listed as a threatened species. They are one of the largest sea turtle species, with adults growing up to four feet in length and weighing up to 400 pounds. Unlike the other sea turtles in Hawaii, loggerheads spend most of their lives in cooler water and migrate long distances to breed and feed.
All sea turtles in Hawaii are protected by the Endangered Species Act and it is illegal to harm or harass them in any way. It is important to remember to keep a respectful distance if you see a sea turtle while swimming or snorkeling in Hawaii.
Видео Sea turtle foraging. #nature #wildlife #sealife #beautiful #hawaii канала Dronetastic Voyage
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