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Chelonia mydas |
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Green turtle |
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Suppenschildkröte |
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Soepschildpad |
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Tortue verte |
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Tortuga verde |
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The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean |
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Environment and movement of the diurnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
Rare species.
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is migrating
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 120 cm
Number of costal plates : 4 Number of frontal plates : 1
Depth in apnea : 100 m
Time of apnea : 30 mns
Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
The animal is a grazer of algae.
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Relationship with humans |
The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
-Sport or local fishing.
Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.).
The species is classified asEndangered
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
