Sea Turtle Species and Characteristics

The video discusses the seven species of sea turtles, highlighting their unique traits and habitats. Starting with the smallest, Kemps and Olive Ridley turtles are known for mass nesting events. Hawksbill turtles have ornate shells and feed on poisonous sponges. Flatback turtles are exclusive to Australia and are data deficient. Loggerhead turtles are ecosystems due to epibiota on their shells. Green sea turtles are herbivores with green-tinted fat. Leatherback turtles are the largest, diving deep to feed on jellyfish. The video concludes with a summary and encourages viewers to subscribe.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• The migration patterns of sea turtles

• The different species of sea turtles and their traits

• The diet of sea turtles

• The habitat of sea turtles

Which two species of sea turtles are known for nesting in large groups called 'arribadas'?

• Green and Leatherback

• Leatherback and Loggerhead

• Kemp's and Olive Ridley

• Hawksbill and Flatback

What unique feature does the Hawksbill turtle have?

• A green-tinted shell

• A hawk-like beak

• A flat shell

• A leathery shell

Where does the Flatback turtle primarily nest?

• Africa

• South America

• Australia

• North America

Why is the Flatback turtle considered 'data deficient'?

• It has a small population

• It is not well-studied

• It is not endangered

• It is found in many regions

What nickname is given to the Loggerhead turtle due to its shell inhabitants?

• The deep diver

• The moving ecosystem

• The green giant

• The flatback

What is the primary diet of adult Green sea turtles?

• Sponges

• Vegetation

• Jellyfish

• Invertebrates

What is the largest species of hard-shelled sea turtles?

• Hawksbill

• Leatherback

• Green

• Loggerhead

What allows the Leatherback turtle to dive deep into the ocean?

• Its large size

• Its strong jaws

• Its leathery shell

• Its green fat deposits

What is the primary diet of the Leatherback turtle?

• Jellyfish

• Vegetation

• Invertebrates

• Sponges