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Deep Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are large shelled
reptiles that breath air and live in the ocean.
They are adapted for life in marine waters. They swim and
steer with their front and hind limbs that are flippers. They
also have tear ducts in their eyes that allow them to excrete
salt.
Species of sea turtles that
are commonly found in Florida's waters include the Atlantic
green, loggerhead, Kemp's ridley, hawksbill and leatherback.
Different sea turtles eat different foods
Major threats to sea turtles
include loss of beach habitat due to development and accidental
death in fishing nets.
 Green Sea Turtle
Kemp's Ridley sea turtle
Leatherback Sea Turtles
Eastern Snake-necked Turtle
Loggerhead Sea Turtles
Hawkbill Sea Turtle
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