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green sea turtle

Chelonia mydas

Photo by DerrickLK
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Field Notes

Description:

Found this greenback sea turtle hanging out on some rocks in a small inlet. He did not seem threatened by us at all.

Habitat:

Coastal areas.

Reference Links:

Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas), Green sea turtle

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Comments (6)
DerrickLK
I'm not sure Keith. We watched it for about 20-30 minutes then it went back in the water. I don't know much about their behavior to tell you the truth.
keithp2012
That seems like odd behavior unless its egg laying season for females, sure it wasn't sick?
DerrickLK
I snorkeled behind one for a while and it never seemed bothered by me. They are so fun to watch.
Birding For Fun
I have scubaed with these guys. They are so graceful in the water.

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Reptiles of the World
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The Pacific Northwest Bioregion
Mission
2012 Best Wildlife Photo

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PublishedFebruary 17, 2012

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