How long does it take for Loggerhead Turtles to mature?
Loggerhead Turtles reach maturity when they are around 20- 30 years old. However many hatchlings and juveniles don't make it to maturity due to marine debris and fisheries.
When does mating occur and when do they lay their eggs?
Mating occurs through March to early June and the female lays the eggs throughout the summer. They generally lay around five clutches usually containing around 150 eggs in each clutch, however very little of these make it to maturity.
What is the average size of an adult and a hatchling?
The average size of an adult is around 92cm long and they can way around 115- over 150kg. The average size of a hatchling is around 45mm long and weigh just around 20g.
Which state accounts for the most Loggerhead nests?
Florida accounts for 90% of Loggerhead nests but unfortunately these numbers are declining rapidly. Anne Meylan said that of the 45,084 loggerhead nests counted last year 4,692 of them had disappeared.
How many Loggerhead Turtles are killed due to commercial fishing each year?
5,000- 50,000 turtles are killed each year due to commercial fisheries, most of them are juveniles or sub-adults.
How Long can Loggerhead Turtles hold their breath for?
Loggerhead turtles can hold their breath for around 1 hour, however one Loggerhead recently held its breath for 10 hours breaking the record of another turtle.
How can you tell the female and male apart?
You can't tell them apart until they reach adult hood where the male will get a thicker tail and shorter plastrons then the female.