Exciting Esperanza Update! This is the first time a leatherback we’ve tracked has gone from the Gulf of Mexico into the Atlantic! So we’re excited to see where she goes next! You can track and adopt her on our website or on the STC Turtle Tracker App. Link in bio! • #seaturtle #seaturtles #turtletrackingthursday #leatherback #ocean #wildlife #science #tracking #cool | Sea Turtle Conservancy

Many sea turtle species can and do eat jellyfish. The leatherback turtle, in particular, is known for its gelatinivorous diet, primarily consisting of jellyfish and sea squirts. Some sea turtles, like flatback turtles, have a more diverse diet that includes both plants and animals, such as jellyfish, seaweed, shrimp, and crabs.Specialized Papillae: Turtles have spiny points (papillae) in their mouths and stomachs that help them to grip and move jellyfish down into their digestive system. Thick S