Monday 17 October 2011

Hawksbill sea turtle

The hawksbill sea turtle is a critically endangered sea turtle. It is the only extant species in its genus. The species has a worldwide distribution, with Atlantic and Pacific region.The hawksbill's appearance is similar to that of other marine turtles. It has a generally flattened body shape, a protective carapace, and flipper-like arms, adapted for swimming in the open ocean. It is easily distinguished from other sea turtles by its sharp, curving beak with prominent tomium, and the saw-like appearance of its shell margins. Hawksbill shells slightly change colors, depending on water temperature. While this turtle lives part of its life in the open ocean, it spends more time in shallow lagoons and coral reefs.

Image of Hawksbill turtle
Image of Hawksbill turtle
Image of Hawksbill sea turtle
Picture of Hawksbill turtle
Photo of Hawksbill turtle

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