1. http://animaldiversity.ummz.umi ch.edu/site/accounts/information /Eretmochelys_imbricata.html Hawksbill Turtle Mackie Glashow

2. Tropical regions: Atlantic and Pacific Hard-bottomed and reef habitats (sponges) with masses of floating sea plants Live up to 60 feet deep

3. Critically endangered Consumed by: humans, sharks, large fish, octopi, and crocodiles. Bekko in Japan – cabinets, door posts, mirrors, etc. Nests are disturbed by dogs, humans, raccoons, and rats

5. Eat specific kinds of sponges Sea Jellies, fish, marine algae, and other plants and animals Omnivores Prefer to eat in large groups with an abundance of brown algae

6. 25-30 inches in size medium-sized compared to other turtles Average weight in adults: 100- 150 lbs Live for 30-50 years Young: heart shaped shell Males: Brighter pigmentation, thicker tail, longer claws

7. V Shaped Head (like a birds’ beak) Swim in a bird- like fashion 2 Claws on each forelimb How did they get their name?

9. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Trp6SSaxUnU

10. See you in Belize!