Green Turtle

About Green Turtle

The most common sea turtle on tropical coral reefs, named for the green color of its body fat. A herbivore that grazes on seagrass beds, often seen resting under coral ledges. Can grow up to 1.5 meters and live over 80 years.

Quick Facts

• Habitat: Tropical and subtropical oceans, coral reefs, seagrass beds worldwide
• Diet: Seagrass and algae (herbivore)
• Best season: Year-round; nesting season varies by region

Fun Facts

Green turtles navigate thousands of kilometres using Earth's magnetic field,A single female can lay over 100 eggs per nest,The sex of hatchlings is determined by sand temperature,They can hold their breath for up to 5 hours while sleeping underwater

Diving Tips

Green turtles are generally docile when approached slowly. Never touch, chase, or block their path to the surface.