Green turtle

/ɡɹˈiːn tˈɜːtəl/

/ɡɹˈiːn tˈɜːɾəl/

Green turtle

a species of sea turtle characterized by its greenish-colored fat and cartilage, known for its long migrations and herbivorous diet

synonyms : Chelonia mydas

What is a "green turtle"?

A green turtle, named for its greenish-colored fat and cartilage, is a large sea turtle species found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. These turtles are known for their unique life cycle, as they migrate long distances to nesting beaches where females lay their eggs. They primarily feed on seagrass and algae, and their diet contributes to their distinctive green hue. Green turtles are an important part of marine ecosystems, helping maintain healthy seagrass beds and serving as a food source for other predators. Despite being threatened by various human activities, conservation efforts are underway to protect these magnificent creatures and their habitats.

Examples

1. Green turtles eat sea grass.

2. Historically, green turtle populations were 30 to 90 million individuals in the Caribbean population, Caribbean and Western Atlantic.

3. The female green turtle approaches a potential mate.

4. The second one is the green turtle, one of the largest turtle populations historically.