Green Turtle
Scientific Name: Chelonia mydas
Photo Credit: Estero Banderitas
Green turtles are found in the open ocean. They are strong swimmers and are known to migrate large distances. Adults mainly eat ocean plant life and jellyfish. Most Atlantic green turtles nest in the tropics. This species is considered threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and is protected under U.S. law.
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