#it’s a flatback sea turtle

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Your blog is what happens when you dump the contents of a comic book store, a bunch of really bad puns, and a pride parade into a punch bowl and serve it to a party full of screaming, hyperactive kids who just ate all of their Halloween candy in one sitting. 😁😂 (That was a compliment, bee tee dubs)

Thanks, that is very accurate 😂😂

Here, have a turtle. He is very polite

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🐢Daily Sea Turtle Fact:🐢

Flatback Sea Turtle: The flatback sea turtle has the smallest range of the seven sea turtles. The species is endemic to the sandy beaches and shallow coastal waters of the Australian continental shelf and does not travel long distances in the open ocean for migrations like other sea turtles. This turtle gets its common name from the fact that its shell has a flattened or lower dome than the other sea turtles.

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Second turtle is Donnie! He was actually the "first" one. I focused on his design while working out how I wanted to create flippers. I wanted their feet to have a flipper like appearance, but at the same time it throws me if they don't have 'two toes' so I was trying to work out how his normal feet would 'fit' in a flipper. I chose a Green Sea turtle because of the color scheme and I like the almost square design to the spots and markings on the babies. Which then lead to my choosing Flatback for Leo. The two turtles are vastly different, but I find it interesting that their shells have nearly identical shape/design. I thought that would fit the "twin" theme for them. (Again, Creature or Gill-Man was a huge influence in this, but I don't need to show you refs of him again.)

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There are 7 varieties of Sea Turtle, which are the Green, Flatback, Hawksbill, Kemp's Ridley, Leatherback, Loggerhead and Olive Ridley.

The Green Sea Turtle is also called the Black Turtle. Which is about as confusing as the Red/Blueback Salmon. If they reach adulthood, they can live for up to 90 years!

They are both Endangered and protected as turtles and their eggs are hunted for food. They're also caught in nets. Poor things.

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meet the Teenage Mutant Sea Turtles!!!

Leo - 17, leatherback sea turtle, 7’2”

Mikey - 15 (older), loggerhead sea turtle, 4’7”

Donnie - 15 (younger), flatback sea turtle, 4’3”

Raph - 13, hawksbill sea turtle, 4’0”

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I just finished this piece like a few minutes ago, and I wanted to share it since I've been recently getting into tmnt like a lot.

She is a flatback seaturtle, and when I was making her, I was heavily inspired by juliefofisss on deviantart and wanted to also make a mutant sea turtle. now I like it. I'm proud I finished it, but I don't see myself as a turtle, so I will be making another sona, so I'll be working on that.

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Sea turtles (superfamily Chelonioidea), sometimes called marine turtles,[3] are reptiles of the order Testudines and of the suborder Cryptodira. The seven existing species of sea turtles are the flatback, green, hawksbill, leatherback, loggerhead, Kemp's ridley, and olive ridley.[4][5] Six of the seven sea turtle species, all but the flatback, are present in U.S. waters, and are

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Sea Turtle emojis for all!

Column 1: Flatback, Green, Leatherback

Column 2: Hawksbill, Kemp’s Ridley, Loggerhead, Olive Ridley

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Snow's Sea Turtle Mer Facts

When I have enough spoons I'll do this again but with graphics! My school is just kicking my ass so I need to have some free time. So instead I'll do my best to describe how things look to my best ability!

So without further ado here is my facts on Turtle Mer how the work, and bless @emry-stars-art, @ca-van, @jtl-fics, and @chellseed for listening to me rant and ramble as I figured everything out. Y'all are angels I sware.

The most important thing to note about these type of mer is that they often follow the same rules as the sea turtles they resemble and thus are named for the sea turtles they resemble. The sizes of these mer are heavily dependent on which species they resemble as well. The shells of these mer are nearly identical to the size of the turtle. The shell's of the adult mer are only a bit bigger (roughly 1ft or 30.48cm bigger) while the hatchling shell's are about the same size of the hatchling turtles.

These mer are often highly studied as the human part of their body doesn't necessarily match the sex of their turtle half. That is all determined, just like in turtles, by the temperature of the sand in which the the eggs are nested in. If a mer's eggs incubate below 27.7° Celsius (81.86° Fahrenheit), the hatchlings will be male. If the eggs incubate above 31° Celsius (88.8° Fahrenheit), however, the hatchlings will be female. Yet temperature doesn't effect the human portion of the mer's sex. Such a mer that presents as a human female could in fact have the reproductive organs of a male turtle and vice versa. These mer eggs take about 60 days to incubate and hatch.

Sea turtle hatchlings may often look weird to people who happen to witness them hatch. At first look they look like baby turtles without heads but at close inspection you'll notice that the human part of the mer is nested inside their shell. As these hatchlings grow the human part will slowly emerge giving stability to the young mer's head as the strength grows and develops. These mer will take 10 to 50 years to fully mature.

These are the species of mer that we know of today and their sizes;

Kemp's Ridley Mer measure 6 ft (182.88 cm) in length and weigh up to 208.1 lbs (94.4 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure approximately 0.98 in (25mm) long and weigh an average 0.62 oz (17.58 g).

Olive Ridley Mer measure 7 ft (213.36 cm) in length and weigh up to 277 lbs (125.65 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure approximately 1.9 in (17.78 cm) and weigh an average of 1 oz (28.35 g).

Hawksbill Mer measure 8ft (243.84 cm) in length and weigh up to 356.9 lbs (161.9 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure 3 in (7.62 cm) and weigh an average of 3 oz (85.05 g).

Flatback Mer measure 8.4ft (259.08 cm) in length and weigh up to 451.93 lbs (204.99 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure 3 in (7.62 cm) and weigh an average of 3.4 oz (96.39 g).

Loggerhead Mer measure 9.2ft (280.42 cm) in length and weigh up to 553.3 lbs (251.88 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure in 4 in (10.16 cm) and weigh an average of 4.2 oz (119.07 g).

Green Turtle Mer measure 11 ft (335.28 cm) in length and weigh up to 765 lbs (347 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure 5.4 in (13.72 cm) and weigh an average of 5.3 oz (150.25 g).

Leatherback Mer measure 14ft (426.72 cm) in length and weigh up to 1550 lbs (703.07 kg) as adults and their hatchlings measure 8 in (20.32 cm) and weigh an average of 7 oz (198.45 g).

Archelon Mer Extinct -- Skeletal remains hint at this mer once existing but there hasn't been any documented evidence of these mer existing today. This mer is said to of measured 28 ft (853.44 cm) in length but scientists have not yet been able to calculate just how much these colossal mer would weigh. However it can be estimated that they would most likely weigh twice as the Leatherback mer, 3100 lbs (1406.14 kg). Unfortunately no fossils of Archelon hatchlings have been discovered which could be a testament to the ancient mer hatchlings having much better survival rate then today's mer or that the fossils are located in the deep sea which we have not discovered yet.

Sea Turtle Mer have the same nesting habits of their turtle counter parts. They all come up on the beach at once and nest in groups and they all nest at the same beach from when they hatched. These mer lay anywhere from 100 120 eggs and statistically only 1 of those hatchlings will make it to maturity. These hatchling mer face predators such as raccoons, crabs and ants raid eggs and hatchlings still in the nest. Once they emerge, hatchlings make bite-sized meals for birds, crabs and a host of predators in the ocean. After reaching adulthood, sea turtles are relatively immune to predation, except for the occasional shark attack. 

These natural attacks are not the reason why these mer have plummeted towards extinction. That responsibility goes to the actions of humans. From poaching for their meat and shells, predatory commercial fishing entangling these mer, to humans encroaching on their habitats, to artificial lighting affecting hatchings, humans are the main reason for this mer's rapid declining numbers.

That doesn't mean that their haven't been actions taken to protect these mer. Multiple organizations and rescues have done rehabilitation measures for these mer but as much as these mer are getting help they are being hurt twice as much and some mer have been deemed to only be able to thrive in captivity.

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This photo is fake, or at least the turtle part of it is. Only Leatherbacks grow to that size, but the head and front flippers are a Green Sea Turtle, the shell is not right for either species (it's closer to a Flatback which doesn't grow this large and is only found in Australian waters), she should have a clearly visible tail, leave an obvious trail on the sand, and no sea turtles have back legs that look like tortoises, they all have flippers.

Also, they only leave the water at night to nest, so unless she was sick / injured or at one of a handful of mass nesting sites (of which this beach is not one) she would not be on the beach in the middle of the day.

Furthermore, if she WAS real, this wouldn't be a cute meet. Having her route back to the sea blocked by a herd of large animals would be incredibly stressful for a turtle that would already have been stressed and exhausted after laying eggs and being out of the water during the day.

I didn't need to look up this image to know it was fake, but I did, and a quick google suggested it was the work of a digital artist. Nevertheless, it has been shared as real across multiple social media platforms.

If you'd never seen a sea turtle or didn't know much about them, I can see how easy it would be to assume this was real. It wouldn't ring the alarm bells it did for me. But with the increasingly widespread availability of image manipulation and AI programs, it would be wise to approach astonishing images with scepticism.

Meeting of the Minds in the Outer Banks.

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How to Protect Turtles While Visiting the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast, one of Australia's most famous and beautiful coastal destinations, is home to a rich array of wildlife, including a number of turtle species that nest along its pristine beaches. Turtles Gold Coast are a cherished part of the region’s ecosystem, and it is essential for both locals and tourists to be aware of how they can help protect these incredible creatures. Whether you’re visiting the area for a relaxing beach vacation or an adventurous wildlife experience, there are many ways to contribute to the conservation of these endangered species.

Understanding the Turtles of the Gold Coast

The turtles Gold Coast visitors may encounter are mainly sea turtles, including the loggerhead, green, and flatback species. These turtles often migrate long distances to reach the coastal waters of the Gold Coast, where they lay their eggs. The beaches in this region provide crucial nesting grounds for these marine reptiles, and it is vital to preserve their habitats for the future of the species.

Key Species of Turtles Found on the Gold Coast

Loggerhead Turtle: Known for its large head and powerful jaws, the loggerhead is a common species found in the waters of the Gold Coast. They are listed as endangered, making the protection of their nesting sites even more critical.

Green Turtle: These turtles are named after the green color of their body fat. They are often seen in the shallow waters around the Gold Coast and are also classified as endangered.

Flatback Turtle: The flatback turtle is unique to Australia and can be found nesting along the coast. Though not as endangered as other species, their protection remains a priority.

Why Protecting Turtles on the Gold Coast Matters

The importance of protecting turtles Gold Coast cannot be overstated. Sea turtles play a significant role in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems. They help control jellyfish populations and contribute to the overall balance of marine life. Without them, the health of the oceans could be severely impacted. Additionally, sea turtles are a vital part of the Gold Coast's tourism industry, attracting visitors who are eager to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

However, the survival of these turtles is threatened by various factors, including habitat loss, poaching, climate change, and human interference. Protecting their nesting sites is not just a responsibility but an urgent necessity.

How to Help Protect Turtles While Visiting the Gold Coast

Visitors to the Gold Coast can take several practical steps to help protect turtles Gold Coast and contribute to conservation efforts. Here are some key actions that anyone can take:

1. Stay on Designated Paths and Beaches

When visiting the beaches of the Gold Coast, always be mindful of your surroundings. Stick to designated walking paths and avoid disturbing areas where turtles are known to nest. Turtles require a quiet and undisturbed environment to successfully lay their eggs, and human activity can easily interfere with the nesting process.

2. Avoid Lighting Near Turtle Nests

One of the most significant threats to turtle hatchlings is artificial lighting. Hatchlings rely on the natural light of the moon to find their way to the sea, but bright lights from buildings, vehicles, or street lamps can disorient them, leading them away from the ocean and into danger. If you're staying in beachfront accommodations or near turtle nesting areas, ensure that your lights are turned off or directed away from the beach at night, especially during nesting season.

3. Respect Beach Closures During Nesting Season

During the turtle nesting season, certain beaches on the Gold Coast may be closed or restricted to protect nesting turtles. Always respect these closures and follow any posted signs or guidelines. This helps ensure that turtles have a safe environment to lay their eggs without disturbance.

4. Do Not Disturb Nesting Turtles

If you happen to encounter a turtle while it is nesting, maintain a safe distance and avoid making noise or sudden movements. Turtles are sensitive to human presence, and disturbance can cause them to abandon their nests. Never approach a turtle laying eggs, and be sure to keep pets away from the area.

5. Report Sightings and Nest Locations

If you spot a turtle on the beach or see a nest, report the sighting to local authorities or wildlife groups. Many organizations track turtle nesting sites to monitor the health of the population and ensure that conservation efforts are in place. By sharing your observations, you contribute valuable information that can assist in turtle conservation.

6. Support Local Conservation Efforts

There are various organizations and initiatives on the Gold Coast that are dedicated to the conservation of turtles Gold Coast. Consider donating to these causes or volunteering your time to help with beach cleanups, research projects, and education programs. Your support can make a significant difference in the ongoing protection of these marine animals.

7. Participate in Responsible Tourism Practices

As a tourist, always be conscious of your environmental impact. Reduce plastic waste, clean up after yourself, and avoid leaving trash behind on the beach. Trash, especially plastic, is a major threat to turtles and other marine life. By practicing responsible tourism, you help protect not only turtles but the entire marine ecosystem.

The Role of Local Authorities and Organizations

In addition to the efforts of individuals, various local authorities and organizations play a crucial role in protecting turtles Gold Coast. These groups are dedicated to monitoring nesting sites, educating the public about the importance of turtle conservation, and implementing protective measures to ensure that turtles thrive in their natural habitats. Some organizations also conduct research to better understand the challenges that turtles face and develop effective conservation strategies.

Protecting Turtle Habitats from Development

As the Gold Coast continues to grow in popularity, urban development poses a significant threat to turtle habitats. Local authorities must prioritize sustainable development practices that minimize the impact on the natural environment, particularly on beaches that serve as critical turtle nesting sites. Preservation of these areas is vital for the survival of the species.

Conclusion

Protecting turtles Gold Coast is a shared responsibility that requires the collective efforts of tourists, locals, organizations, and authorities. By following the steps outlined above, visitors can ensure that these magnificent creatures continue to thrive along the beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast. With everyone’s help, future generations will have the opportunity to witness the incredible spectacle of turtles nesting on the coast, contributing to a healthy and vibrant marine ecosystem for years to come.

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First up is Sea Turtle Leo!

I based him on the Flatback Sea Turtles, specifically the designs/colors that can be found on baby turtles (when their carapace scutes are a bit more distinct and look very similar to Green Sea Turtles - this will be important when I explain Donnie's design).

I wanted to keep as much of his silhouette the same as his original design, so he could look 'sea turtle' but still distinctly look like Leo. The small snippet from my mood board (second image) shows you two of the major references I used. The Creature and the baby Flatbacks. The third image is the first sketch I did of Donnie and Leo.

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Sea turtles are reptiles that live in the ocean and on the beach. They have a hard shell that protects their body and four legs that are shaped like paddles.

There are seven known species of sea turtles throughout the world, including the green turtle, loggerhead turtle, hawksbill turtle, flatback turtle, Kemp's ridley turtle, olive ridley turtle, and leatherback turtle.

Sea turtles are important to the marine ecosystem as they help maintain the balance of other marine animal populations. Additionally, sea turtles also help maintain the sustainability of beach ecosystems as they consume plants and animals that live on the beach.

Unfortunately, sea turtles are currently endangered due to many factors such as climate change, plastic waste, hunting, and habitat destruction. Therefore, we need to protect and conserve sea turtle populations to ensure that they do not go extinct and continue to play a vital role in marine and beach ecosystems.