The Green Sea Turtle's (Chelonia mydos) Fat Coloring and Its Significance (00006842)

❮ Green Sea Turtle at the Water Surface ❯
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Description: The green sea turtle, scientifically known as Chelonia mydos, is a fascinating marine creature. This majestic animal gracefully swims at the water surface, serving as a symbol of the ocean's beauty. Once abundant in numbers, the population of green sea turtles has dramatically declined. Nowadays, only around 200,000 individuals are estimated worldwide. Learn more about this endangered species and its significance for the marine ecosystem.

Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA

Date of Capture: 19.07.2001