7 Popular Sea Turtle’s Lifespan & Size

7 Popular Sea Turtle’s Lifespan & Size

Sea turtle Lifespan and Size

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The average lifespan for a sea turtle is 50 years, with some species living up to 100 years or more. The information is based on average calculations.

  1. Leatherback Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: 30 to 50 years
    • Size: 4 to 6.5 feet
  2. Green Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: 80 to 100 years
    • Size: 3 to 5 feet
  3. Loggerhead Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: 50 to 60 years
    • Size: 2 to 3.8 feet
  4. Flatback Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: Up to 100 years
    • Size: 2.4 to 3.25 feet
  5. Olive Ridley Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: Up to 50 years
    • Size: 2 to 2.5 feet
  6. Kemp Ridley Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: 30 to 50 years
    • Size: 1.7 to 2.4 feet
  7. Hawksbill Sea Turtle
    • Lifespan: 70 to 80 years
    • Size: 2.5 to 3.6 feet

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