Green sea turtles are unique in that they are primarily herbivores, eating mostly seagrass and algae. This diet is what gives their cartilage and fat a green color.
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Most sea turtles nest at night—Kemp’s ridleys are the only sea turtles that routinely nest during the day.
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Unlike other turtles, sea turtles cannot retract their flippers and head into their shells. In the water, their rear flippers are used as rudders, for steering.
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Hawksbill turtles are typically found on coral reefs. The shape and sharpness of their beak enables them to reach into small holes and crevices in coral reefs to find food.
