Green sea turtle
Chelonia mydas
Sighting evidence at La Passe de l'Hermitage, Réunion Island
Photo: MARC MARTIN SOLA · CC BY-NC
Green turtles in Réunion's lagoons feed predominantly on the seagrass beds behind the reef, returning to rest on the coral bommies at La Passe de l'Hermitage between grazing bouts. They are frequently encountered by beginners here, often resting motionless on the sand at 6 to 10 metres, tolerant of careful divers who maintain distance.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Green sea turtle is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.