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Kemp's ridley turtle is one of the most endangered sea turtles in the world. It is one of only two species of sea turtles that lays eggs in large nesting groups known as arribadas. They generally nest on beaches along Mexico's Gulf coast, with some nesting in Texas. There were once vast numbers of this kind of turtle. In fact, in 1947, at least 42,000 nested together on a beach in Mexico. Unfortunately, people harvested the eggs for eating. As a result, the Kemp's ridley turtle population had greatly reduced by the 1960s. In 1966, Mexico passed a law forbidding harvest of the eggs, but the number of turtles continued to decline. Adult turtles also frequently got caught in fishing nets during their ocean migrations. By 1985, only 702 nests were counted. This was the smallest number ever recorded. Fortunately, with awareness of the turtle's plight, measures have been taken to protect them. Fishing nets that do not allow turtles to get trapped are now being used. In addition, there are better laws to protect the beaches where these turtles nest. Thanks to these measures, the species has gradually begun to thrive again.

OpenStudy (smart8thgrader):

What does the author use to support the idea that the turtle population was endangered? The author says that this sea turtle lays eggs in large nesting groups called arribadas. The author explains that Mexico passed a law forbidding the harvest of the turtle's eggs. The author provides statistics showing a decline in the number of nesting turtles. The author describes safety nets that are used today so that turtles do not get caught.

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OpenStudy (graciebugg):

I might not be able to do this one

OpenStudy (smart8thgrader):

okay

OpenStudy (graciebugg):

C

OpenStudy (smart8thgrader):

Kemp's ridley turtle is one of the most endangered sea turtles in the world. It is one of only two species of sea turtles that lays eggs in large nesting groups known as arribadas. They generally nest on beaches along Mexico's Gulf coast, with some nesting in Texas. There were once vast numbers of this kind of turtle. In fact, in 1947, at least 42,000 nested together on a beach in Mexico. Unfortunately, people harvested the eggs for eating. As a result, the Kemp's ridley turtle population had greatly reduced by the 1960s. In 1966, Mexico passed a law forbidding harvest of the eggs, but the number of turtles continued to decline. Adult turtles also frequently got caught in fishing nets during their ocean migrations. By 1985, only 702 nests were counted. This was the smallest number ever recorded. Fortunately, with awareness of the turtle's plight, measures have been taken to protect them. Fishing nets that do not allow turtles to get trapped are now being used. In addition, there are better laws to protect the beaches where these turtles nest. Thanks to these measures, the species has gradually begun to thrive again.

OpenStudy (smart8thgrader):

Which of these sentences least supports the main idea of the first paragraph? Adult turtles also frequently got caught in fishing nets during their ocean migrations. In 1966, Mexico passed a law forbidding harvest of the eggs, but the number of turtles continued to decline. As a result, the Kemp's ridley turtle population had greatly reduced by the 1960s. It is one of only two species of sea turtles that lays eggs in large nesting groups known as arribadas.

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OpenStudy (graciebugg):

C I think

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