Publication
Marine turtles of the Maldives
Year:
2017
Abstract
This field guideÌýprovides information on marine turtles in the Maldives. Marine turtles live permanently in a saltwater environment. Unlike tortoises, marine turtles have a streamlinedÌýshell and flippers that allow them to swim quickly,Ìýbut this is not enough to survive in saltwater. TheirÌýbreathing and circulatory systems have, therefore,Ìýadapted to marine life.Ìý
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