The Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) is one of the largest species of sea turtle in the world with a habitat range in both tropical and subtropical waters, distinct in both Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Its common name is derived from the color of its skin rather than its shell, which is olive-brown. Aside from its color, the Green Sea Turtle is distinguished by its heart-shaped shell and its paddle-like flippers that make for smooth swimming. Much like other sea turtles, it will travel lengthy distances to find sites to feed as well as to lay eggs.
The Green Sea Turtle has a carapace length between 36”-48” (91-122 cm), carapace width of 27.5”-36.2” (70-92 cm), body height of 14.2”-18.9” (36-48 cm), and weight in the range of 243-419 lb (110-190 kg). The typical lifespan of the Green Sea Turtle is between 60-75 years in the wild and 80-120 years in captivity.
The Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) is one of the largest species of sea turtle in the world with a habitat range in both tropical and subtropical waters, distinct in both Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Its common name is derived from the color of its skin rather than its shell, which is olive-brown. Aside from its color, the Green Sea Turtle is distinguished by its heart-shaped shell and its paddle-like flippers that make for smooth swimming. Much like other sea turtles, it will travel lengthy distances to find sites to feed as well as to lay eggs.
The Green Sea Turtle has a carapace length between 36”-48” (91-122 cm), carapace width of 27.5”-36.2” (70-92 cm), body height of 14.2”-18.9” (36-48 cm), and weight in the range of 243-419 lb (110-190 kg). The typical lifespan of the Green Sea Turtle is between 60-75 years in the wild and 80-120 years in captivity.