Green turtle hatchling
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Green turtle hatchling
Green turtle hatchling (Chelonia mydas) making its way to the waters edge. The female green turtle lays between 100 to 200 eggs per litter. After laying the female covers the eggs with sand and returns to the sea, leaving the hatchlings to fend for themselves. The eggs hatch at night after around 47-75 days and the hatchlings head directly to the sea. At this time they are very vulnerable to predators and many don t make it to the ocean. The sex of a hatchling turtle is dependent on the temperature at which they develop in the nest. Photographed on Sangalaki Island, in Kalimantan, Indonesia
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Beach Borneo Chelonia Mydas Coast Coast Line Coastal Crawling Derawan Islands Green Sea Turtle Green Turtle Hatchling Indonesia Kalimantan Moving Reptile Reptilia Sand Sandy Sangalaki Island Sea Turtle Shore Solitary South East Asia Southeast Asia Turtle Vulnerability Vulnerable Young Hatchery Nesting Site
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This print captures the incredible journey of a green turtle hatchling as it bravely makes its way to the waters edge. The female green turtle, known for laying between 100 to 200 eggs per litter, carefully covers them with sand before returning to the sea, leaving her offspring to fend for themselves. Under the veil of darkness, after approximately 47-75 days of incubation, these vulnerable hatchlings emerge from their nests and embark on a perilous race towards the ocean. The sandy coastline serves as both a refuge and an obstacle for these tiny reptiles. With predators lurking in every direction, many hatchlings sadly do not survive this treacherous journey. However, those who successfully reach the water hold within them great hope for future generations. The sex of each hatchling is determined by the temperature at which they develop in their nest – nature's own unique way of balancing population dynamics. This particular photograph was taken on Sangalaki Island in Kalimantan, Indonesia - a sanctuary where these young turtles begin their lives amidst stunning natural surroundings. Let this image serve as a reminder of both vulnerability and resilience within our natural world. It highlights the delicate balance that exists between life and survival while showcasing one small but significant chapter in the extraordinary story of marine biology.
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