LEATHERBACK (DERMOCHELYS CORIACEA) VULNERABLE
The Largest sea turtle is the leatherback, reaching 6 feet long and weighing up to 1300 pounds.
Unlike other turtles, it does not have a shell on it’s back, but rather a thick leather skin.
These turtles are great long range swimmers and can be found on any ocean around the globe except for the Arctic and Antarctic.
Deal Leatherback | Chris Papparo
Leatherback Turtle | Dr. Artie Kopelman
A big thanks to Dr. Artie Kopelman for contributing pictures and information. More detailed information can be found at the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (Cresli)
Also thanks to Chris Papparo, more of his amazing work can be found on Facebook , his website and Instagram
