Green turtle Chelonia mydas : a presentation on color variations and abnormalities

Abstract

Green Turtle Cheloma mydas • Small blunt head, serrated jaw, 1pair prefrontal scales • Large, smooth oval carapace - high domed • 4 costal scutes (scales) side by side and not overlapping • Carapace is dark green or grey or green-brown in colour • 1 claw on all flippers • Length: up to 153cm: Weight: up to 205kg • Diet: feed on algae and seagrass • Species Status: Endangered (IUCN)