They are the only cool-water sea turtle. They are found in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans this makes them the most widely spread reptile in the world!!!! They maintain their body temperature by swimming actively and then conserving heat generated by the muscles with a thick layer of fat. Their backs are covered in leathery skin!!
Size: shell 2.9m long
Young: usually breeds only in Tropics
Diet: jellyfish and sea squirts
Status: CRITICALLY ENDANGERED and are rare
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