Green Sea Turtles: The Ecosystem Engineers of Seagrass and Ocean Health
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In this episode of "Marine Biology in 5 Minutes," we dive into the world of green sea turtles and explore their vital role as ecosystem engineers. Discover how these incredible animals help maintain the balance of marine ecosystems through their unique diet and behavior, the challenges they face from environmental threats like pollution and disease, and what we can do to help protect them. Join us as we uncover the importance of these gentle giants for ocean health! ⁠Additional information⁠ ⁠International Agreements⁠ ⁠Want to help?⁠ ⁠Seafood Watch
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