The hawksbill turtle is a victim of poaching.
Hawksbill is the name of a sea turtle found in the Gulf of Mexico and India . It is a term that has its etymological origin in the Taíno language.
This term is also a commonly used name in English-speaking countries. We can mention the actress Carey Mulligan , the writer Carey Harrison , the musician Carey Bell and the former basketball player Carey Scurry . Carey is also the last name of the singer Mariah Carey and the cartoonist Mike Carey .
Eretmochelys imbricata
The hawksbill turtle, whose scientific name is Eretmochelys imbricata , can reach a length of one meter. Its hind limbs are shorter than its forelimbs, while its feet are webbed.
Two species of this genus are currently recognized: Eretmochelys imbricata imbricata and Eretmochelys imbricata bissa . Hawksbill turtles are characterized by their curved beak , which ends in a point , and by their shell , which has serrated edges .
They are migratory animals. They can be found in coral reefs, mangroves, lagoons or the open sea. They feed mainly on sponges , although they also eat jellyfish and algae , for example.
Crocodiles , sharks and octopuses , meanwhile, are predators of hawksbill turtles. As for humans, they can hunt these turtles for their meat and eggs or to use their shell as material to make bracelets or spectacle frames.
Danger of extinction
The hawksbill turtle is an endangered animal. One of its main threats is illegal hunting . Its shell is highly appreciated in the manufacture of products such as jewelry, combs and other decorative objects. Despite the international ban on trade in these products, poaching persists in some parts of the world due to high demand.
Degradation of marine habitats and beaches where hawksbill turtles nest is another major threat. Coastal development, water pollution, and beach erosion can hinder or destroy nesting sites , further reducing the hawksbill turtle population. Furthermore, hawksbill turtles often become accidentally caught in fishing nets and traps intended for other marine animals. This bycatch, known as bycatch , can be deadly.
Climate change also poses a threat to hawksbill turtles. Rising water temperatures can affect prey distribution and beach nesting conditions. Additionally, rising sea levels can flood and destroy their habitats. Nor can we leave aside the diseases to which they are susceptible, such as fibropapillomatosis , which can be fatal and affects sea turtles around the world.
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter and actress born on March 27, 1970 in Long Island, New York. She is known for being one of the most influential and successful artists in the history of pop and R&B music . His career has spanned decades and he has achieved numerous records and awards throughout his career.
Mariah Carey is one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our era.
She began singing from an early age and demonstrated exceptional vocal talent. Over the years, she has released a number of important albums, with her self-titled debut album, Mariah Carey (1990), being a huge hit that included singles such as Vision of Love and Love Takes Time . Since then, he has been able to reinvent himself again and again, exploring different genres and creating endless revolutionary songs.
One of Mariah Carey's most notable features is her voice, which has an impressive vocal range of over five octaves . This, coupled with his lightweight nature, allows him to perform impressive vocal acrobatics. Carey is a master at using melismas and vocal embellishments, meaning she can sing multiple notes in a single syllable, adding a touch of complexity and emotion to her performances.