Chelonia mydas Click for larger image Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles rely on the sandy islets of the French Frigate Shoals as their breeding grounds. Nesting occurs between April and September. Click for larger image Marine debris, like nets and other plastic items, can pose a threat to turtles. They can be entangled by nets and sometimes the turtles mistakenly eat debris. All rights reserved.
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