Green Sea Turtles

What is the life cycle of a green sea turtle?

• Egg, hatchling, juvenile, and adult.

• Larva, pupa, juvenile, and adult.

• Egg, juvenile, adult, and elder.

• Hatchling, juvenile, adult, and senescent.

What adaptations help green sea turtles survive in the ocean?

• Green sea turtles have streamlined bodies and strong flippers for swimming.

• Green sea turtles have thick shells for protection against predators.

• Green sea turtles can breathe underwater for extended periods.

• Green sea turtles have bright colors to blend in with coral reefs.

What is the shell of a sea turtle called?

• Plastron

• Carapace

• Scute

• Caparison

How do green sea turtles breathe?

• They breathe underwater through gills.

• They breathe air through their lungs, surfacing to take breaths.

• They absorb oxygen through their skin.

• They do not need to breathe air.

Who are the main predators of green sea turtles?

• Dolphins and whales

• Humans and sharks

• Seagulls and crabs

• Raccoons and foxes

What do green sea turtles primarily eat?

• Seagrass and algae

• Crustaceans and mollusks

• Fish and squid

• Plankton and detritus

What is the main threat to green sea turtles today?

• Pollution in the ocean

• Habitat loss and human activities

• Climate change

• Overfishing

How do hatchling sea turtles find their way to the ocean?

• They follow the sound of the waves.

• They use the natural light from the horizon to find their way to the ocean.

• They are guided by the scent of saltwater.

• They rely on the position of the stars.

What is a unique feature of green sea turtles compared to other sea turtles?

• Green sea turtles have a more rounded shell and a herbivorous diet.

• Green sea turtles are the largest species of sea turtles.

• Green sea turtles can live in freshwater environments.

• Green sea turtles have a more elongated shell and a carnivorous diet.

True or False: A green sea turtle's shell protects it from predators.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Only when threatened