Question

3. Why do you think the turtles in the picture have names such as
Leatherback and Hawksbill?
Sea Turtles Chapter 1 Page 86
TNSCERT Class6

Answer 1

Head has a deeply notched upper jaw with 2 cusps. The leatherback is the only sea turtle that lacks a hard shell. Its carapace is large, elongated and flexible with 7 distinct ridges running the length of the animal.

Answer 2

Answer :

The Hawksbill sea turtle gets its name from its small narrow head and sharp hawk-like beak that can easily reach into cracks in coral reefs for food.

The Laetherback sea turtle is named after its unique shell which has a 'leather-like' appearance due to its dark, thin, strong and rubbery skin dotted with white or pink spots. It has a single shell that has five ridges and is strengthened with many bone plates.