Flatback sea turtle
A species of Flatback turtles Scientific name : Natator depressus Genus : Flatback turtles
Flatback sea turtle, A species of Flatback turtles
Scientific name: Natator depressus
Genus: Flatback turtles
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Description
The flatback sea turtle (Natator depressus) is a sea turtle located along the sandy beaches and shallow coastal waters of Australia. They can only be found in the waters around the Australian continental shelf. It belongs to the family Cheloniidae, along with other sea turtles. This turtle gets its name from the fact that their shell has a flattened or lower dome than the other sea turtles. They can be olive green to grey with a...
General Info
Lifespan
30-50 years
Diet
Flatback sea turtle is a specialist carnivore, principally preying on benthic invertebrates. This diet primarily includes crustaceans, echinoderms, and mollusks. Occasional consumption of fishes and seagrass has also been documented.
Appearance
Flatback sea turtle is a large marine turtle with a flattened, disc-shaped body. Its shell is usually dark olive-green, often flecked with white or cream. The underbelly is of light yellow or cream hue. This species lacks any significant tail. As they grow older, these turtles may develop algae on their shells, altering their color. There are no notable differences in appearance between genders or subspecies.
Behavior
Flatback sea turtle is a predominantly solitary and territorial mammal, marking its territory by depositing a distinctive musky scent from anal glands. It exhibits unique underwater foraging skills for their diet, mostly consisting of various sea cucumbers, crustaceans, and occasionally fish. During the breeding season, flatback sea turtle's mate and remain monogamous.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Large marine turtles Genus
Flatback turtles Species
Flatback sea turtle 
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