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Sea Turtle Identification Guide
A Guide to Identifying the Seven Sea Turtle Species There are only seven recognized species of sea turtles worldwide. While they share a global range, distinguishing between them requires attention to detail. Identification relies on specific physical markers rather than general appearance. To identify a sea turtle, you generally look at three key areas: The Head: Specifically the "Prefrontal Scales" between the eyes. The Carapace (Shell): […] -
The #OliveRidley gets its name from the olive green color of its heart-shaped shell.
The species is among the smallest of the world’s sea turtles and is found primarily in the tropical regions of the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic oceans.