KBC Offline Quiz 2021: Leatherbacks and Ridleys are types of what?

Crocodiles

Snakes

Frogs

Turtles

Answer: Turtles

The Leatherbacks Sea turtles are the largest sea turtle species in the world. Named after their shell, their shells have a leather-like feeling and appearance, unlike other turtles with hard solid backs. Their scientific name is Dermochelys coriacea, but are also referred to as lute turtle.

Also one of the most migratory, this species cross the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. They often feed on jellyfish.

This species of turtles is on an alarming decline, with its population being critically endangered in parts of the world.

Ridleys on the other hand, are olive green coloured sea turtles who are one of the most abundant species of turtles. Classified into Kemp’s ridley sea turtle and the olive ridley sea turtle, these turtles are mainly found in the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans.

The population of turtles has significantly decreased over the past few years. They are often exploited for turtle meet and eggs and end up getting caught in fishing gears which results in their deaths.

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