The Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtles are found mainly in the world’s tropical oceans, predominantly in coral reefs. Their existence is crucial for maintaining the overall health of coral reefs and sea grass beds. Hawksbill Turtles have visually stunning coloured and patterned shells which makes them highly valuable ― their shells are commonly sold in markets. Human waste is another threat: 52% of the world’s turtles have ingested plastic waste.