Sea Turtles of Bonaire: Species and Characteristics
Explore the diverse sea turtle species of Bonaire, including Hawksbill, Green, Loggerhead, Leatherback, and Olive Ridley. Learn about their distinctive features, habitats, and conservation status on the island.
Sea Turtles of Bonaire: Species and Characteristics
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Sea Turtles of Bonaire
Hawksbill - Eretmochelys imbricatacommon Characteristics of the Hawksbill:- beak-like face- overlapping scutes- serrated edge of carapace- yellow underside
Green turtle - Chelonia mydascommon Characteristics of the Green: - round face- tightly joined scutes- smooth edge of carapace- white underside
Loggerhead - Caretta carettaoccasional Characteristics of the Loggerhead turtle:- massive head- reddish-brown color- only adult are usually seen around Bonaire
Leatherback - Dermochelys coriacearare Characteristics of the Leatherback turtle:- very large- keeled carapace- black and white body- open water only
Olive Ridley - Lepidochelys olivacea rare Characteristics of the Olive Ridley turtle:- smallest sea turtle - max. length 28 inch- over 6 lateral scutes- light gray color
Hatchling Sea Turtles Sometimes look very different from adults. Clockwise from top: hawksbill, green and leatherback turtle.