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Sea turtle
a. species of animal: Chelonioidea
b. location of animal (state or country): FLORIDA: Here are some places to see the magical nesting sea turtles in Florida:
Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park.
Sebastian Inlet State Park Fishing Museum.
Barrier Island Sanctuary.
Sea Turtle Preservation Society.
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park.
c. the animal's status (extinct, endangered, threatened, etc.): ENDANGERED
d. reason for status (why is animal extinct, endangered, threatened, etc.)
Slaughtered for their eggs, meat, skin, and shells, sea turtles suffer from poaching and over-exploitation. They also face habitat destruction and accidental capture—known as bycatch—in fishing gear.
e. type of habitat needed for survival:
Adults of most species are found in shallow, coastal waters, bays, lagoons, and estuaries. Some also venture into the open sea. Juveniles of some species may be found in bays and estuaries, as well as at sea.
f. conservation efforts on the animal's behalf:
Reduce marine debris that may entangle or be accidentally eaten by sea turtles.
Participate in coastal clean-ups and reduce plastic use to keep our beaches and ocean clean. ...
Carry reusable water bottles and shopping bags. ...
Keep nesting beaches dark and safe for sea turtles.
g. prospects for the future of this animal
It is projected to submerge about 80 percent of current habitat that is predicted to have a suitable climate for future egg incubation. But sea-level rise is also projected to create new beaches.
Recent research suggests there is hope for beleaguered sea turtles. Important recovery in some local populations has shown that we can turn things around for sea turtles, especially with effective endangered species policy and improved management
