Sea Turtles of the Atlantic & Gulf of Mexico Folded Guide

Sea Turtles of the Atlantic & Gulf of Mexico Folded Guide

• Describes in detail the five sea turtles that inhabit the Gulf of Mexico and U.S. Atlantic: Loggerhead, Leatherback, Hawksbill, Green, and the Kemp’s Ridley
• Includes detailed description and illustrations of the hatchlings, juveniles, and adults of each species, including maps showing their North American nesting beaches and ranges
• Life cycle of mating, nesting, hatchling birth and trip to the sea, juvenile maturation and adult life is described with diagrams and text
• Also includes sections on nesting behavior, threats to sea turtles, and conservation measures to keep them safe
• Blair and Dawn Witherington are professional naturalists. Blair is a research scientist with the University of Florida with baccalaureate and masters degrees in biology from the University of Central Florida and a doctorate in zoology from the University of Florida. Dawn is a graphic design artist and scientific illustrator trained at the Art Institutes of Colorado and Ft. Lauderdale
• Handy fold-out format: 6 panels each 4″ X 9″.
• Perfect for backpack, glove compartment, or kitchen table
• Indestructible lamination – water and beachproof
• Instant access to just what you need to know