Sea turtles are unique marine reptiles that are some of the most interesting animals on the planet. They are perfectly adapted to life in the ocean but unlike fish, they have lungs and are required to breathe oxygen. In this post, we’re going to take a closer look at sea turtles and where they live …
Sea turtles have lungs, but the constriction of their shells does not allow their diaphragm to expand. Instead, muscles lining the inside of their shells help to push the air in and out. This is extremely interesting, and as sea turtles are an endangered species in many places, it is important to learn as much …
Deep Breath: Can Sea Turtles Breathe Underwater? Read More »
With seven different species of sea turtles on planet earth, these fascinating marine reptiles are a staple in many tropical reef ecosystems. Sea turtles have an incredibly low survival rate, somewhere between one in 1,000 to one in 10,000 depending on the species. Today we’re going to take a closer look at how sea turtles …
The Truth About Sea Turtle Breathing: Gills or Lungs Read More »
Sea turtles are some of the most interesting marine reptiles that are perfectly suited to life in the ocean. They can be found in many of the world’s oceans but do not visit the icy waters of the Antarctic or Arctic as they much prefer warmer tropical waters. In this post, we’re going to take …
In this post, we’re going to answer a question many of those that encounter turtles in the wild are interested in, do sea turtles bite? In a nutshell, no, sea turtles do not bite. These animals are pretty docile and are certainly not interested in feeding on or biting humans. Sea turtles are one of …
Sea turtles can be found in many of the world’s oceans, aside from the freezing cold polar seas. Adults of most turtle species can be found roaming around shallow coastal waters in search of food. With seven different species of sea turtles ranging from big to small, these unique animals are characterized by long, streamlined …
In this post we are going to answer a question that often confuses people: Are sea turtles reptiles? In short, yes they are. Sea turtles are perfectly adapted for life on the sea, but they do need to come onto land every once in a while to lay their eggs. The females will come onto …
Turtle Classification: Are Sea Turtles Reptiles? Read More »
Sea turtles are stunning marine reptiles that are well adapted to ocean life. In fact, they are found in all oceans aside from the world’s coldest. They are a favorite among divers, swimmers, and marine lovers alike for their inquisitive nature and unique appearance. Sea turtles have been around for a very long time, since …
In this post, we’re going to take a look at sea turtles, and more specifically answer a question we are asked often: Do sea turtles sleep? In a nutshell, yes, sea turtles do sleep. In fact, they love to sleep! More on that shortly… Sea turtles can be found in the oceans all over the …
