Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Chelonia mydas
Sighting evidence at Molokini Crater, Maui
Photo: MARC MARTIN SOLA · CC BY-NC
Green turtles are a near-constant presence inside Molokini Crater, grazing on the abundant limu (algae) that grows on the sheltered basalt ledges and frequently resting on sandy patches between foraging bouts. The Hawaiian population has grown significantly since protections were introduced, and Molokini's calm interior makes it one of the most reliable encounter spots in the Pacific.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.