Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback turtle
Lederschildkröte
Lederschildpad
Tortue luth
Tortuga laúd

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species can be found between and 1200 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 200 cm
Maximum age known : 60 year(s)
Time of apnea : 85 mns
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - - Fishes

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)
The species is classified asEndangered