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Eretmochelys

Eretmochelys

9.9
A sea turtle with a narrow, pointed beak and a patterned shell
  • noun
  • /ˌɛrɪtəˈmoʊkəlɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • Eretmochelys are unique among sea turtles for their pointed beaks and vibrant shell patterns.

Examples

  • Researchers observed the nesting behavior of Eretmochelys along the tropical coastlines.

  • The Eretmochelys is critically endangered due to habitat loss.

  • Eretmochelys is listed as critically endangered due to habitat loss and exploitation for its shell.

  • The shell of Eretmochelys is highly valued in the illegal tortoiseshell trade.

  • Did you know that the Eretmochelys feeds primarily on sponges?

  • Many marine biologists study the migration patterns of Eretmochelys to understand their ecology.

  • The shells of Eretmochelys have intricate designs that make them highly sought after by collectors.

Synonyms

hawksbill turtle
vsEretmochelys
  • Specialized
7.5

A sea turtle with a pointed, hawk-like beak and a beautiful patterned shell that is endangered

is the scientific genus name for that group rather than the common name
hawksbill
vsEretmochelys
  • Specialized
9.4

A tropical sea turtle with a hawk-like beak and a beautiful shell wanted by people

is the scientific genus name for that group rather than the common name
tortoiseshell turtle
vsEretmochelys
8.2

A tropical sea turtle with a hooked beak and a beautiful patterned shell valued for decoration and food

is the scientific genus name rather than the common name used in trade
hawkbill
vsEretmochelys
  • Specialized
9.8

A tropical sea turtle with a hooked beak valued for its shell and meat

is the scientific genus name rather than the common name used commercially

Surface Forms

Eretmochelys singular

Etymology

The word Eretmochelys comes from Greek parts eretmo- 'oar' and -chelys 'turtle'. Think of an 'oar' because these sea turtles have paddle-like flippers that move like oars, so the name fits the hawksbill sea turtles in this group.