Loggerhead Turtle - NOAA Fisheries
Feb 13, 2024 · The loggerhead turtle is named for its large head, which supports powerful jaw muscles that enable them to feed on hard-shelled prey, such as whelks and conch. Loggerheads are the most abundant species of sea turtle that nests in the United States.
Critical Habitat for Loggerhead Sea Turtle | NOAA Fisheries
Aug 11, 2014 · We, the NOAA Fisheries, issue a final rule to designate critical habitat for the Northwest Atlantic Ocean Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) within the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico pursuant to the End.
NOAA Releases 85 Florida Loggerhead Sea Turtles into the Wild
Jun 16, 2022 · NOAA Fisheries scientists and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission released 85 loggerhead sea turtles into the ocean off Florida’s east coast. The turtles were raised in captivity as part of a one-of-a-kind program.
Recovery Plans for Loggerhead Sea Turtle | NOAA Fisheries
Dec 8, 2008 · NOAA Fisheries and U.S. FWS announce availability of recovery plans for Northwest Atlantic, U.S. Pacific and the U.S. Caribbean, Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico populations of the Loggerhead sea turtle.
Northwest Atlantic Ocean DPS of Loggerhead Sea Turtle 5-Year …
Mar 16, 2023 · The Northwest Atlantic Ocean Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the loggerhead sea turtle was listed as endangered under the ESA in 2011. In 2019, we initiated the 5-year review. The 5-year review is based on the best available data through August 2021.
Hawksbill Turtle - NOAA Fisheries
Feb 14, 2024 · Hawksbills get their name from their unique beak-like mouth, which resembles that of a hawk and is perfect for finding food sources in hard-to-reach cracks and crevices. They are the only species of sea turtle that can survive on a diet consisting mainly of sponges. Hawksbill turtles play a key role in the function of marine ecosystems.
Northwest Atlantic Ocean DPS Critical Habitat Map - NOAA Fisheries
Apr 18, 2022 · Loggerhead sea turtle critical habitat map and associated data files for the Northwest Atlantic Ocean DPS.
Green Turtle - NOAA Fisheries
Jul 18, 2023 · The green turtle is the world's largest species of hard-shelled sea turtle. They are unique among sea turtles in that they are herbivores, eating mostly seaweed, seagrasses, and algae. Learn more about these marine reptiles.
Loggerhead Turtle Research - NOAA Fisheries
Loggerhead Turtle Research. Off the coast of Southern California, loggerhead turtles are present during anomalously warm periods. These loggerheads are part of the North Pacific population, which originates from nesting beaches in Japan.
North Pacific Ocean Distinct Population Segment of Loggerhead …
Apr 7, 2020 · The North Pacific Ocean Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of the loggerhead sea turtle was listed as endangered under the ESA in 2011. In 2016, we initiated the 5-year review, which underwent peer review and is based on the best available data through March 2020.