GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Illegal harvesting, habitat encroachment, and pollution are only some of the things sea turtles must fight against to stay alive. Researchers at FWRI are studying these threats and finding ways to help the population survive.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Problem: Around the globe, sea turtles and their eggs fall victim to many natural predators. Raccoons, ghost crabs and sharks all play a role in the natural food chain as sea turtle predators.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adult sea turtles have a few predators, mostly large sharks. Tiger sharks, in particular, are known for eating sea turtles. Killer whales have been known to prey on leatherback turtles. Fishes, dogs, seabirds, raccoons, ghost crabs, and other predators prey on eggs and hatchlings.

Detailed explanation-4: -Over the last 200 years, human activities have tipped the scales against the survival of these ancient mariners. Slaughtered for their eggs, meat, skin, and shells, sea turtles suffer from poaching and over-exploitation. They also face habitat destruction and accidental capture-known as bycatch-in fishing gear.