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The green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), also known as the green turtle, black (sea) turtle or Pacific green turtle, is a species of large sea turtle of the family Cheloniidae. It is the only species in the genus Chelonia.
Learn about the green sea turtle, a large herbivorous reptile that inhabits tropical and subtropical waters. Find out how it differs from other sea turtles, what it eats, how it breeds, and why it is endangered.
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Jul 18, 2023 · Learn about the green sea turtle, the largest hard-shelled sea turtle and a herbivore that eats seagrasses and algae. Find out its population status, threats, distribution, behavior, diet, and how NOAA Fisheries protects and recovers this endangered species.
Learn about the green turtle, one of the largest and endangered sea turtles that grazes on seagrasses and algae. Find out how WWF works to protect its habitat, reduce bycatch and illegal trade, and support local communities.
Learn about the largest species of hard-shelled sea turtle, its diet, migration, nesting, and threats. Find out how green sea turtles get their color and why they are endangered.
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Learn about the green sea turtle, one of the largest and only herbivorous sea turtles. Find out how they navigate, breed, and face threats from marine debris, climate change, and disease.
Status: Endangered. Classification: Reptile. Description. A green sea turtle is most easily recognized by its top shell. The shell covers most of the animal’s body, except for its flippers and head. Despite its name, a green sea turtle's shell is not always green.
