物种 / 龟鳖目
棱皮龟
Dermochelys coriacea
Leatherback sea turtle, the largest of all living turtles. Known for its leathery shell.
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- 中文名
- 棱皮龟
- 英文名
- Leatherback Sea Turtle
- 拉丁学名
- Dermochelys coriacea
- 分类等级
- 物种
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Dermochelys coriacea
Trivia
Etymology: Greek, derma, skin, and chelys, turtle; referring to the leathery skin covering the carapace. It is the only extant species in the genus Dermochelys.
Overview
Leatherback sea turtle, the largest of all living turtles. Known for its leathery shell.
Scientific Name
Dermochelys coriacea
Ecological Habits
Primarily pelagic, feeds mainly on jellyfish. Deep diving capabilities. Migrates long distances.
Major Threats & Conservation
Bycatch in fishing gear, ingestion of plastic waste, habitat loss, and climate change. Conservation efforts include beach protection and fisheries modifications.
Morphological Characteristics
Largest sea turtle, with leathery carapace lacking scales. Can reach up to 2.7 m in length and 900 kg. Distinctive longitudinal ridges.
Natural Distribution & Conservation Status
Global distribution in tropical and temperate oceans. IUCN Red List: Vulnerable (VU). CITES: Appendix I. Nesting sites on tropical beaches worldwide.
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