Sea Turtles

How do sea turtles breathe?

• They breathe air through lungs.

• They absorb oxygen through their skin.

• They use gills to extract oxygen from water.

• They have a specialized organ for breathing underwater.

Where do sea turtles lay their eggs?

• On sandy beaches.

• In rocky caves.

• Underwater in coral reefs.

• In freshwater lakes.

What is the main threat to sea turtles?

• Overfishing

• Habitat loss and pollution

• Climate change

• Invasive species

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True or False: Sea Turtles like tropical coastal areas and lagoons.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Rarely

How do sea turtles find their way back to their nesting beaches?

• They use the Earth's magnetic field.

• They follow the stars at night.

• They rely on ocean currents.

• They use visual landmarks on the shore.

How long can sea turtles live?

• Up to 50 years or more.

• Up to 20 years.

• Up to 30 years.

• Up to 40 years.

Why are sea turtles important to the ocean ecosystem?

• They help maintain healthy seagrass beds and coral reefs.

• They consume large amounts of plankton, reducing competition for fish.

• They are the primary predators of jellyfish, controlling their population.

• They contribute to the nutrient cycle by excreting waste that fertilizes the ocean floor.

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What color are most sea turtles?

• They are usually blue.

• They can be green, brown, or gray.

• They are predominantly yellow.

• They are mostly black.

What is the shell of a sea turtle called?

• Carapace

• Plastron

• Scute

• Carapax

What is the largest known Sea Turtle subspecies?

• Green Sea Turtle

• Hawksbill Sea Turtle

• Leatherback Sea Turtle

• Loggerhead Sea Turtle