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What living things are in a leatherback turtle's eco-system?
Leatherback turtles live near jellyfish for their food and have many marine life in their eco-system.
Where is the home office for The National Marine Sanctuaries Foundation?
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation8601 Georgia Ave., Ste. 501Silver Spring, MD 20910
Why do you have marine sanctuaries?
With the vast ocean managed in the lowest common way, some places need to be set aside for lasting conservation and managment. National Marine Sanctuaries are our Nation's ocean treasures and are set aside for enjoyment for this and future generations.
What animals live in the same place as the leatherback turtle?
Leatherback turtles inhabit a range of marine environments, primarily in temperate and tropical ocean waters. They share their habitat with various marine species, including jellyfish (their main food source), other sea turtles, sharks, and numerous fish species. Additionally, they may encounter marine mammals such as dolphins and whales in these regions. Coastal areas where they nest also host seabirds and other shoreline wildlife.
Do leatherback turtles like tomatoes?
Leatherback turtles primarily eat jellyfish and other soft-bodied marine organisms and do not have a diet that includes plants or fruits like tomatoes. Their digestive systems are adapted to process gelatinous prey rather than solid foods. Therefore, tomatoes are not a natural part of their diet and would not be appealing to them.
What do adult sun turtles eat?
There are different kinds of sea turtles, and they have different diets. These are the ones that I know of: *Loggerhead Turtle: crustaceans, molluscs, and fishes*Green Turtle: turtle grass, and other marine plants*Leatherback: Jellyfish
What does Sanctuaries Act does?
The Sanctuaries Act authorizes the Secretary of Commerce to designate and protect areas of the marine environment.
How do marine sanctuaries affect fishery stocks?
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Do leatherback turles live on land?
No, leatherback turtles do not live on land; they are primarily marine animals. They spend most of their lives in the ocean, where they feed on jellyfish and other soft-bodied creatures. While female leatherbacks come ashore to lay eggs on sandy beaches, they return to the water shortly after. Their adaptations are suited for life in the sea, making them highly specialized for marine environments.
What are two omnivores in a marine biome?
There are a wide variety of ocean omnivores. These include several types of crab such as the blue crab, several turtles including the leatherback sea turtle, dolphins, and manatees.
Can marine turtles swim?
Of course they can swim, that's why they are marine turtles, you know mariners.
Do marine turtles live in sea or in oceans?
marine turtles live in oceans.
