Question

I couldn't find a marine science subject so does anyone know if a hawksbill sea turtle needs fresh water??

Answer 1

Sea turtles can live in seawater with no need for a freshwater source. They obtain sufficient water from their diet and from metabolizing seawater.

Answer 2

So for my assignment the situation is that we found a turtle and it's being rehabilitated. In the environment we are creating for it, would I have to put fresh water in there or could it just be a salt water thing?

Answer 3

Just salt water. That is what it is used to and survives in.

Answer 4

Thank you:)

Answer 5

Your welcome!:)

Answer 6

Adult hawksbill sea turtles are primarily found in tropical coral reefs. They are usually seen resting in caves and ledges in and around these reefs throughout the day. As a highly migratory species, they inhabit a wide range of habitats, from the open ocean to lagoons and even mangrove swamps in estuaries. so I would add some caves and coral reefs in the habitat:)