Loggerhead Sea Turtle Profile

Loggerhead Sea Turtle

1. In Atlantic Ocean, most loggerheads found along southeastern coast of North America and in Gulf of Mexico; 80% nest on south Florida beaches
2. Loggerheads reach sexual maturity late, at 20-30 years old
3. Endangered globally; greatest threat is accidental capture in fishing gear and direct harvest of adults
4. After BP oil disaster, many found dead