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The Green Sea Turtle, a remarkable marine species belonging to the Cheloniidae family, is the sole representative of the genus Chelonia. Found in tropical and subtropical seas worldwide, it has notable populations in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. These turtles exhibit a fascinating migratory behavior, traveling from their feeding grounds to nesting beaches during the breeding season. Understanding their migration patterns and habitats is crucial for the conservation of this important species.
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The Green Sea Turtle By Joshua Parletta
Animal Species Green turtle is a large sea turtle belonging to the family Cheloniidae. It is the only species in the genus Chelonia. The range of the species extends throughout tropical and subtropical seas around the world, with two main populations in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Characteristics:
When does it migrate? It is believed that they migrate to a new feeding ground. It is in this primary feeding area where the turtles probably remain throughout their lives, except during breeding season. When it is their time to mate and nest, both males and females leave their feeding grounds and migrate to the nesting beach.