Loggerhead
Loggerheads are named for their large heads, with jaws powerful enough to crush an adult queen conch. Like most sea turtles, loggerheads are famed for their vast migrations. As a species that may travel thousands of miles across ocean basins, loggerheads are in grave danger due to worldwide habitat loss and incidental capture by fishermen.
Scientific name : Caretta caretta
Status : Vulnerable(VU)
Distribution : Circumglobal nesting areas in tropical to sub-tropical regions
Size :
ADULTS
Length 70-100 cm
Mass up to 100 kg
HATCHLINGS
Length approximately 25 mm
Mass 15-20 gr
Diet :
For immature stages; plankton
For adults; mostly benthic invertebrates (crabs, other crustaceans, and mollusks) and jellies
Reproduction :
* Reproduce female every 2-5 years, male every year
* Lay 2-5 clutches of eggs per season
* Lay 80-120 eggs per clutch
* Large ping-pong ball size eggs weigh 30-40 grams
* Incubation period approximately 60 days long
* Can take 20-30 years to reach sexual maturity