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Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle (Honu) Fun Facts! (via Hawaii Ocean Project) 1. Sea turtles can't retract their head into their shell like their smaller freshwater counterparts. 2. The Honu doesn't get its name from the color of its shell, which is often brown, grey, black or dark olive colored. It gets its name from the color of its skin, or more accurately, subdermal (beneath the skin) body fat. 3. While adult Honu are herbivores with serrated jaws for eating seagrasses and algae, juveniles are omnivores, and dine on insects, crustaceans, worms, sea grasses and many other food sources that are available. 4. Honu grow to around 3-4 feet, but weigh up to 300-350 lbs or more! 5. This species of turtle won't reach sexual maturity until they are between 20 and 50 years old. They've been documented at ages of 80 to 100 years and over. Scientists are still learning about their maturity and age range. 6. A sea turtle's shell is called the carapace, and the underside of the shell is called the plastron. 7. Honu are found around the world in warm subtropical and tropical ocean waters. They've been documented nesting in over 80 different countries. In the U.S., you will find them nesting in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and the east coast of Florida. 8. Honu habitats are split between the land and the ocean. The land is where they nest, lay eggs, and therefor hatch, while their ocean habitat is where they spend the vast majority of their lives. Since hatchlings rarely survive to reproductive age, most of them only touch land once in their lives, as they make their mad dash from their nest to the ocean. #Travel #seetheworld #Travelbucketlist #Classylassies #Celticheartstravel #Virtuosotravel #Luxurytravel

Tremendous Turtle Facts: 1. Green sea turtles are what they eat! 2. Sea turtles lay their eggs in a nest they dig in the sand with their rear flippers 3. Sand temperature is very important 4. Hawksbill turtles use their beaks to help extract their favorite prey 5. One sea turtle species nests during the day.

Felt really happy and exciting reading this. I worked on a small research on Sea Turtles, I did a comprehensive literature work and analysed the status of these Giant Lovely creatures, came to know about the policies, nesting areas and reading this story give me a whole lot different perspective. Conservation 🌊🐢 Committed to Protecting Sea Turtles: Our Conservation Journey 🐢🌊 I'm excited to share some amazing strides we've made in sea turtle conservation! These majestic creatures, essential to marine ecosystems, are facing numerous threats, but through dedicated efforts, we’re making a positive impact. We've established protected areas for crucial nesting beaches, ensuring sea turtles have safe spaces to lay their eggs, leading to increased hatchling survival rates. By collaborating with the fishing industry, we've implemented bycatch reduction devices and sustainable fishing practices, significantly decreasing accidental captures. Our educational programs have engaged local communities, fostering a community-driven approach to protection. Additionally, initiatives to reduce plastic pollution in our oceans through cleanup drives and awareness campaigns are creating a cleaner, safer environment for all marine life. Ongoing research and monitoring using satellite tracking and other technologies are providing critical data to further our conservation efforts. Together, we're making a difference for sea turtles and our oceans! #SeaTurtleConservation #MarineConservation #Sustainability #OceanProtection

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲’𝘀 ‘𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁’ 𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 "With more than 500 miles of waymarked trails lacing the #Azores, there are few finer ways to discover this island chain than on foot. I was wandering through a labyrinth of black basalt, fingertips trailing along walls laced with electric-green lichen, boots crunching over rubble as dark as coal. The landscape in #Pico, one of nine islands that makes up the Azores, is otherworldly, austere – and increasingly attractive to curious walkers looking to plunge into the past of a remote North Atlantic archipelago. Walking single file is often essential; Pico’s old pathways only needed to be wide enough for cattle being driven to pasture, or goods-laden mules and ox carts heading between the wave-lashed coast and remote communities in its volcanic interior. Through the sea mist, I followed the bobbing ponytail of Inês Neto, a guide with Futurismo Azores Adventures. Her voice drifted back on the briny breeze: “This island’s history can really be summed up by the two ‘W’s: winemaking and whaling. And when you go hiking here, you’re essentially heading back in time. It’s the best way to appreciate what life was like for early settlers.” ✍ Estella Shardlow / The Telegraph #TheTelegraph #VisitAzores #Açores #FuturismoAzoresAdventures #travel #tourism

Today, we celebrate World #SeaTurtleDay! 🐢🪸 🏝️💚 Through our Ancestral Tide initiative, we have partnered with the Comcáac, Guna-Yala, Emberá, Arhuaco and Kogui peoples. Each of these peoples, to varying degrees, has a relationship with #seaturtles, shaping #traditions, language and customs. This is often based on the biological patterns of the sea turtle species present in their territories, such as visits to feeding areas, movement routes, and behavior. 🐚🌴 The Ancestral Tides initiative is implemented in #coastal territories across Mesoamerica and on Colombia’s Carribean coast. From the Comcaac people’s coastal territory located on Mexico’s Pacific Sonora coast to the Linea Negra line of coastal sacred sites on Colombia’s Carribean coast, we work to conserve five sea turtle species that live on the #beaches of these peoples’ territories.    🐠 Follow us for updates on how the Ancestral Tides initiative is helping to conserve coastal ecosystems and sea turtles while strengthening associated cultural traditions. 📸: Juan Carlos Cruz, Jone Troconis  #traditionalknowledge #ocean #sea #turtles #endangeredseaturtles #hatchlings #babyturtle #mesoamerica #conservation #wildlife #coastalcommunities #territorialjustice #climatechange #oceanlife #oceanphotography #sealife

Did you know? A small, unassuming island off the coast of Brazil called Ilha da Queimada Grande, also known as "Snake Island," is home to the highest concentration of venomous snakes in the world. It's estimated that there are up to five snakes per square meter, with the highly venomous Golden Lancehead being the most prevalent. This unique ecosystem is off-limits to visitors due to the extreme danger posed by the snakes. Follow LITE for more such unknown facts! #LITEorg #BrazilFacts #HiddenGems #SouthAmerica #Travelgram #CultureGram

𝗔 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘇𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱𝘀 "Scattered across over 600km of ocean, rising from the seabed at the three-way meeting point of the North American, Eurasian and African tectonic plates, the nine volcanic islands of the #Azores are pitted with ancient craters and collapsed cones, sculpted over many millennia by the wind and waves of the Atlantic. Incredibly, nature has adapted to thrive on the isolated islands of #SãoMiguel, #Terceira, #SãoJorge, #Pico, #Faial, #Flores, #SantaMaria, #Graciosa and #Corvo. Once-bleak lava flows are now lush with juniper and laurel forests, vineyards and rolling pastures, and studded with glimmering lagoons. Rugged bluffs and coves shelter thousands of plant and animal species, both above and below the waterline. Seabirds pause for much-needed refuelling stops on transoceanic migrations. Thriving reefs and seamounts host barracuda, grouper, rays, dolphins and whales. In fact, nearly one-third of the planet’s whale and dolphin species have been recorded in these waters." ✍🏼 Karen Edwards / Wanderlust Travel Media #Wanderlust #VisitAzores #Açores #travel #tourism #nature #adventure #wildlife

From late May to July, sea turtles in Greece emerge from the sea at night to nest in the warm sand, carefully burying their precious eggs. After nesting, they return to the water, leaving distinctive tracks on the beach. If you notice signs of "nesting activity," here are some important steps you can take: 🐢 Please remove sun umbrellas, sunbeds, and other beach furniture that could harm the nests. 🐢 Remember to switch off or cover bright lights to avoid disorienting the turtles or hatchlings. 🐢 Avoid digging out nests or moving protective cages placed above them. 🐢 Refrain from lighting fires at night on sea turtle nesting beaches. 🐢 Please be mindful and avoid using vehicles on the beach or speeding with motor boats close to nesting areas. Lastly, it's crucial not to touch or assist hatchlings to the water. It's best to let them find their own way to the sea. If you find adult turtle tracks, nests, or hatchlings near your home or vacation spot this summer, please contact @archelon_greece - Archelon, the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece at (+30) 6941 511 511 or rescue.archelon@gmail.com for guidance on how to help. Let's work together to protect these amazing creatures! _______ Want to know more about the Sea Turtle? Tap to read our latest blogpost ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dpnHBZNT #savetheseaturtles #seaturtles #seaturtle #seaturtlerelease #archelon #ocean #flymetothemoonstravel

The Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland, is an unparalleled destination for nature enthusiasts! 🍃🌳 Our Aquatic Safari takes you through this vast, biodiverse paradise, where you can encounter an array of exotic wildlife in their natural habitat. From #jaguars stealthily prowling the banks to caimans basking in the sun, and colorful #macaws soaring above, the Pantanal is a living canvas of nature’s most spectacular creations. Also, an incentive trip that includes physical activities such as hiking, canoeing, and wildlife tracking promotes physical health and can be a huge highlight! These activities help improve cardiovascular health, build muscle strength, and enhance overall fitness. Encouraging your team to engage in these activities not only benefits their physical well-being but also boosts their energy levels and productivity. At Go Together DMC, we specialize in crafting personalized travel experiences that cater to your specific needs and preferences. Our Aquatic Safari is no exception. Each excursion is led by expert guides who share their extensive knowledge and passion for the region, providing an enriching educational component to the adventure. Read more about this fantastic itinerary in our new blog post! Pantanal Aquatic Safari: Exploring Wildlife in Brazil (gotogetherdmc.com) #GoTogether #Pantanal #Brazil #Blog #Safari #Wildlife #ExploringBrazil #DMCBrazil

SEA URCHINS There are about 950 species of Sea Urchins, and their hard, calcareous outer shells/skeletons are known as a "Test." Sea Urchins are prickly creatures who were once called Sea Hedgehogs, and their shells grow to between 3-10cm across. Sea Urchins come in many colours, including red, green, purple & orangeare omnivorous with mouths that are in the lower half - the underside of the shell that is called the oral surface. Primarily, Sea Urchins eat algae found on corals, plus mussels, dead fish, barnacles & sponges. Sea Urchins are found on the seabed in almost all of the seas on the planet, with a few even living in the cold regions of the earth such as the Poles. By and large, Sea Urchins are social animals who prefer to live close to each other. To reproduce, most females release millions of jelly-coated eggs into the water, but some species prefer to keep their eggs close by using their spines. Similarly, male Sea Urchins release sperms into the water, which then meet & fertilise the eggs and, typically, it takes 5 years for a Sea Urchin to go from embryo to adulthood. WilderNess Sea Urchin (Echinoidea).