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What do sea turtle eggs look like?

Euroturtle
They are the size and shape of ping-pong balls with a soft shell. Usually eggs are spherical in shape, although occasionally, they are mis-shaped (elongated or adjoined with calcium strands). Some sea turtles lay small infertile eggs, which only contain albumin (egg white). The Leatherback turtle lays some of these small eggs in every clutch, whereas the other species of sea turtle lay these eggs infrequently.
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What do sea turtle nests look like?

Euroturtle
Turtle nests are “flask” shaped; narrow and elongated at the top and wider and more rounded at the bottom. The depth of a nest depends upon the species, with larger turtles like the Leatherback constructing nests between 80cm-over 1m deep. Smaller species such as the Olive Ridley construct shallower nests to a depth of approximately 30cm. A turtle will dig down into the sand until she can reach no deeper.
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What do the eggs look like?

FAQ about NITMIX treatment and removing headlice naturally
Head lice eggs are a small bud like attachment to the hair strands, never on the scalp. They are variously described as white, grey or cream. Most are laid very close to the scalp where heat from the body keeps them warm however in a very warm humid climate they may be further away from the scalp. The further from the skin the more likely an egg is to be old, cold, empty or dead.
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Is there anything the Turtle would like changed in Lux?

Suicidal Turtle's Curse of the Turtle™ FAQ v. 1.8 - Sillys...
Aside from being able to declare peace, the Turtle's wife says she hates the "death noise" and wants it changed or changeable. Otherwise it's a near-perfect game. ALL HAIL DUSTIN
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What do the vine weevil eggs look like?

Nemaslug and Nemasys Vine Weevil Killer Faq
Vine weevil eggs are white when laid, approximately 0.8 mm in diameter and round. They rapidly turn brown as they mature. The eggs are often confused with slow release fertilizer pellets, such as ozmacote, when are found in common compost mixes. The ozmacote pellets are 2 mm in diameter, release liquid fertilizer when squashed and range in colour from yellow to dark brown.
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What should I do if I see a sea turtle nesting?

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Don't put your hands on or near the turtle. Any distractions may frighten and disorient her, causing her to return to the ocean before completely covering and camouflaging her nest.
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What threatens sea turtle survival?

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Natural Predation–Many predators such as crabs, ants, raccoons, and birds target turtle eggs and hatchlings. If they are lucky enough to reach adulthood, sea turtles are relatively immune to predation, except for the occasional shark attack. Human Predation–Though most countries have laws against harvesting sea turtle eggs for food, the laws are not well enforced. Adult turtles are also harvested for meat, and their shells are made into jewelry and souvenirs.
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What determines the sex of a sea turtle?

Euroturtle
The temperature of the nest determines a hatchlings sex. This is called ‘temperature -dependent sex determination’ (TSD). Warmer temperatures produce mostly females, and cooler temperatures produce a majority of males. There is a pivotal temperature that produces an equal ratio of males and females. The temperature determining sex ratio differs between species and nest locations.
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What do they look like?

FAQ about NITMIX treatment and removing headlice naturally
They are never bigger than a sesame seed, you know the ones on a burger bun. And their colour varies between light golden brown and dark brown. When they first hatch they are very tiny, about the size of a grain of sand. Their color changes when they feed and fill up with blood, this makes them dark brown. As they digest their meal they turn lighter and lighter.
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The Miniature Schnauzer has a stocky build, wiry outer coat and fairly thick whiskers and leg furnishings. For more information see the Breed Standard and the accompanying Slide Show. You may also order the "Illustrated Discussion of the Miniature Schnauzer Standard" in our Publications section.
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What is a sea turtle, and how does it differ from a land turtle?

Atlantic Sea Turtles: Frequently Asked Questions: Sea Turtle...
Like all turtles, sea turtles are reptiles, which means they are cold-blooded vertebrates with scaly skin, lungs and a three-chambered heart. And, like most reptiles, sea turtles lay eggs. The turtle's upper shell is called the carapace, and the lower shell is called the plastron. The carapace is covered in hard scales called scutes. Sea turtles do not have teeth, but the jaw is a modified beak. There are no visible ears, but sea turtles do have eardrums that are covered by skin.
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Who do I call if I see an injured manatee or sea turtle?

Broward County - Extension Education Division
To report an injured, stranded or tagged manatee, call 1-800-DIAL-FMP (1-800-342-5367) immediately. If you find a dead, sick, or injured sea turtle, please call Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) 24-hour Wildlife Alert Number at 1-888-404-FWCC (1-888-404-3922). From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., you may also dial 1-800-241-4653 and enter the ID# 274-4867. Please be sure to include your area code when paging.
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What is typical sea turtle behavior?

Atlantic Sea Turtles: Frequently Asked Questions: Sea Turtle...
Typically sea turtles are solitary animals that spend most of the day feeding and resting. Sea turtles can sleep on the surface of the water, or on the bottom. Scuba divers often see turtles napping under rocks and ledges. Previous tagging and tracking studies have shown that sea turtles can migrate thousands of miles.
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How big was the largest sea turtle ever recorded?

Euroturtle
The largest species of sea turtle was the Archelon, which measured 7m in length and lived in Prehistoric times. Today, the largest living species is the Leatherback. There are 2 sub-species, the Pacific Leatherback and the Atlantic Leatherback. The Atlantic Leatherback is slightly larger than the Pacific population. Leatherbacks measure an average of just less than 2m in carapace (shell) length.
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How many eggs do sea turtles lay?

Euroturtle
Depending on species, they may lay clutches containing on average 50-160+ eggs, and may lay more than one clutch in a season. Flatback turtles (endemic to Australian waters) lay the smallest clutches (approximately 50 eggs per clutch). Hawksbill turtles lay the largest clutches, which may contain over 200 eggs!
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Why does my water smell like rotten eggs?

Ground Water - Introduction - FAQs
You would know it if you had this problem! In some parts of the country, drinking water can contain the chemical hydrogen sulfide, which smells just like rotten eggs. This can occur when water comes into contact with organic matter or with some minerals, such as pyrite. The situation mostly occurs as ground water filters through organic material or rocks.
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What did your year look like (months at sea, some time off, etc)?

NNEPA FAQ - Northern New England Parents Association
I hope you're referring to after graduation because that's what I'll give you. If you work for a union it's pretty much up to you how much you want to work. My job was 3-4 months on followed by 3-4 months off. If you work for a company sailing then your schedule is determined by then. Basically each job on the ship is filled by two people and you rotate with that person so you can work things out. If you need more time off and they are willing to stay longer well then you get more time off.
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I like your sea monkey picture. Can you tell me how you know they look like that?

Sea Monkey Worship Page!
I must give credit when credit is due. I did not create any of these pictures as I am completely hopless when it comes to any sort of visual art - most of these pictures were created by Transcience, Exploratoy, or other interested Sea Monkey enthusiasts! I am not sure how they came up with the image but I suspect that they noted their appearance the way the rest of us have; through careful study of the Sea Monkey® form.
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My turtle / tortoise just mated - when can I expect eggs? How will I know if she has eggs?

Tortoise Trust Web - Turtle/Tortoise FAQ
Darrell Senneke] Turtles are often solitary in the wild so if they meet they usually breed. This is because if they had to wait till the perfect time many would not meet another turtle at that time. Turtles and tortoises practice what is called sperm retention. What we mean by this is that the female can hold the sperm within her for long periods (years in fact) to be used as the eggs develop.
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Why is the Turtle a coward?

Suicidal Turtle's Curse of the Turtle™ FAQ v. 1.8 - Sillys...
Generally, yes. He is acting out his part of the Curse™ and will throw the game to the person who was the least aggressive towards him if possible. However, if you attack him and earn the Curse™ it does not necessarily mean he will attack you until he can't (i.e., suicide).
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A turtle just lay eggs on my property - what should I do?

Box Turtles - Frequently Asked Questiosn
Sometime in June (in Ohio at least) you may well see a female box turtle laying eggs on your property. They prefer disturbed areas in sunny locations, so your garden or your driveway is a safe bet. The best thing to do is to protect the eggs in place from predators. In general, box turtle nests have a high mortality rate due to predators such as skunks and raccoons. You probably want to protect the eggs in some way. Ideally, leave them in place.
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A turtle is laying eggs on the side of the road, lawn, sandbox, etc., what should I do?

Wildlife FAQs - N.H. Fish and Game
Between May and July, female turtles will leave the water and seek out soft, sandy soils in which to dig a hole, lay their eggs, and then return to the water. Unfortunately, turtles are often seen laying eggs on the soft shoulders of roads. The best thing to do is to leave them be, and hope for the best. The eggs will hatch sometime between September and October. Once hatched, the infant turtles' instinct is to head for the water.
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Do sea turtles ever lay eggs underwater?

Euroturtle
Sea turtles lay eggs (oviposit) on sandy beaches. Their eggs breathe air through their membranes and so cannot survive if they are continuously covered with water. Nesting turtles sometimes abandon nesting if they are disturbed and are scared back to sea, but they usually try to nest again elsewhere later that night or within 1-2 days of the failed attempt. Turtles disturbed during several nesting attempts may abort their eggs in the sea if they can’t carry them any longer.
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How long does a sea turtle live?

ASK SHAMU - Frequently Asked Questions
Scientists are still researching sea turtle longevity. Once sea turtles reach sexual maturity, they may have an estimated reproductive life of about 30 years. Given that some species reach maturity at 50 years, an 80-year lifespan is feasible.
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How many nests does each female sea turtle lay?

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Females nest every two to three years, laying several nests on sandy beaches. After digging a hole and depositing about 80–120 eggs, the females fill in the hole with sand and camouflage the nest before returning to the sea.
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How long can a sea turtle hold its breath? And why do they drown?

Euroturtle
sea turtles are air breathing reptiles, they need to surface to breathe. Sea turtles can hold their breath for several hours, depending upon the level of activity. A resting/sleeping turtle can remain underwater for over 4-7 hours. Recent research has shown that some turtles can even hibernate in the sea for several months! However, a stressed turtle, for instance entangled in fishing gear, quickly uses up oxygen stored within its body and may drown within minutes through panic.
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How are sea turtle nesting beaches and migration routes discovered?

Euroturtle
Discovering potential sea turtle nesting beaches has been a component of MEDASSET's work in the Mediterranean for over 25 years now in countries such as Libya, Lebanon, Syria and Egypt. Sea turtles select their specific nesting site through a complex procedure involving a multitude of factors, including many natural ones (e.g. geomorphology, beach inclination, moisture content, sea and sand temperature, sand compactness).
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What do genital warts look like?

What do genetal warts in the mouth look like? - Genital Wart...
Well, for warts on your tongue(i have some there)..if anyone has this. I know the right treatment for it, you can buy it at the store!!!!! Believe it or not The Freeze Away Wart treatment by Dr. Scholls works!!!! I used it twice under my tongue, for two days, one time each day, before I go to bed. And they are almost completely cleared!! I can't believe it, I am so happy!!! It does say on the box not to use it on mucous membranes, but it is Sylilic acid- the same thing the Doctor uses.
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What does rosacea look like?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Rosacea
The skin on the face will be flushed, especially around the nose and cheeks as well as the chin and forehead. Pimples and some swelling may also be present. In advanced stages the skin may thicken and becomes a deeper shade of red and men may experience a bulbous, red nose.
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