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The loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta caretta, was given the English common name because it has such a large head. On this massive head is an incredibly powerful jaw that aids the loggerhead in consuming any type of food it can gets its mouth on. This can include corals, sponges, crabs, jellies, fish, other sea turtles, sea urchins and even octopi. They are true omnivores. This jaw is the most powerful jaw of all the sea turtles. Out of all the turtles in the world it has the second most powerful jaw coming in behind the Alligator snapping turtle.
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When was Loggerhead sea turtle created?
Loggerhead sea turtle was created in 1758.
Which sea turtle gets its name because of its exceptionally large head?
The Loggerhead Sea Turtle
What is the name of the South Carolina's state reptile?
It is the loggerhead sea turtle.
Is the loggerhead sea turtle the biggest turtle?
The leatherback is the largest sea turtle.
What is the leatherback sea turtle related to?
The leatherback sea turtle is related to the loggerhead sea turtle
Is crush of nemo a loggerhead?
Yes it's a Loggerhead Sea Turtle
What size is a loggerhead sea turtle?
Loggerhead sea turtles are usually 73-107 cm
What are the names of all the sea turtles?
leatherback loggerhead green sea turtle sea turtle
Are loggerhead turtles endangered?
No, the loggerhead sea turtle is certainly not endangered.The loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) is the world's most-studied and well-known sea-turtle.It is the only member of the genus Caretta. The genus name "Caretta" is the Latin equivalent of the French word "caret", meaning turtle, tortoise, or sea turtle.Adult loggerhead sea turtles weigh from 170 to 350 pounds (77 to 160 kg) and measure 31 to 45 inches (79 to 110 cm). Their shell is a reddish brown color, and their skin ranges from yellow to brown.The name loggerhead comes from their disproportionately large head. The loggerhead sea turtle also holds the title of the world's largest hard-shelled turtle.
How does a loggerhead sea turtle look?
green
Is the loggerhead sea turtle endangered?
Yes
Is a loggerhead sea turtle warm or cold blooded?
A loggerhead sea turtle is cold blooded. Like all turtles, it is a reptile and reptiles are cold blooded.
