Leatherback Sea Turtle Dermochelys coriacea
Costa Rican Wildlife
Leatherback Sea Turtle
Dermochelys coriacea
Habitat
Beaches in Guanacaste (Playa Grande) and Limón (Gandoca).
Characteristics
The largest sea turtle in the world; its shell resembles leather with longitudinal ridges.
Fun Fact
It is critically endangered due to the presence of plastics in the sea that they mistake for jellyfish, the looting of nests and accidental fishing.
Linked Chocolate
Leatherback Sea Turtle accompanies this product from our collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Leatherback Sea Turtle live in Costa Rica?
The Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) lives in beaches in Guanacaste (Playa Grande) and Limón (Gandoca).
What are the characteristics of the Leatherback Sea Turtle?
The largest sea turtle in the world; its shell resembles leather with longitudinal ridges.
What is a fun fact about the Leatherback Sea Turtle?
It is critically endangered due to the presence of plastics in the sea that they mistake for jellyfish, the looting of nests and accidental fishing.
Which Historia chocolate features the Leatherback Sea Turtle on its packaging?
Dark Chocolate 70% - Sea Salt features the Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) on its packaging, celebrating Costa Rica's biodiversity.