Leatherback Hatchling (IMAGE)

Florida Atlantic University

Leatherback Hatchling

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A leatherback hatchling, which lacks claws on the front flippers and are longer with longer flippers than green or loggerhead hatchlings, had the most difficulty navigating over sargassum mats.

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Abbey M. Appelt, Florida Atlantic University

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Credit: Abbey M. Appelt, Florida Atlantic University

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