Discovering the World of Sea Turtles

Sea turtles are marine creatures found in most oceans, favoring warm, shallow waters. They have flippers for swimming and females lay eggs on sandy beaches. Hatchlings race to the sea upon hatching. Sea turtles have hard shells for protection, and leatherbacks can grow very large. Their diet includes seagrass and jellyfish, but they often mistake plastic for food. Male sea turtles live entirely in the ocean.

Where do sea turtles primarily lay their eggs?

• In coral reefs

• On rocky cliffs

• On sandy beach nests

• In deep ocean waters

What is a notable feature of sea turtles that helps protect them?

• Their hard shells

• Their fast swimming speed

• Their ability to camouflage

• Their sharp teeth

How large can leatherback sea turtles grow?

• As big as a small car

• As big as a bicycle

• As big as a motorcycle

• As big as a bus

What do sea turtles sometimes mistake for food?

• Plastic bags

• Coral

• Small fish

• Seaweed

Where do male sea turtles spend their entire lives?

• In freshwater lakes

• On land

• In the sea

• In mangrove forests