Sea Turtle Flashcard

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What do sea turtles use their back flippers for?

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To swim and dig nests for eggs.

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What is another name for a sea turtle's shell?

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carapace

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Guess the weight of the green sea turtle.

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200-350 pounds

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Which sea turtle is the largest by size - length and width?

Back

Leatherback

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Which sea turtle is the largest by weight?

Back

Leatherback

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What percentage of baby sea turtles do NOT survive?

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99%

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How many eggs does a mother sea turtle usually lay in a nest?

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100

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Where do baby sea turtles go during the "Lost Years"?

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Sargasso Sea

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What are sea turtle shells made of?

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keratin

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Which turtle, known for its leathery shell, would win the 'Ultimate Sea Surfer' title?

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Leatherback