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Bycatch Loggerhead Satellite Tagged

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visit the Usa web site 7/2/2025 Kochi turtles continue to transmit and remain in the same areas as they were more than a month ago.   The video above shows the tracks of turtle 581 from 3/26 to 7/2/25 and turtle 583 from 4/8 to 7/2/25. 5/25/2025 Kochi by-catch loggerheads 581 & 583 continue to trasmit good location data and remain in the coastal waters where the water depth is ~140 meters (turtle 581) and <50 meters for turtle 583.  Both turtles have ventured into the Seto Inland Sea area where the water temperature has risen to ~18 degrees C. Dr. Saito (Usa Marine Biological Institute, Kochi University & PI) wrote:  " ID581 is hanging around at the eastern entrance of the Seto Inland Sea.  Nearby, in the largest loggerhead nesting site in Honshu, Senrihama-Beach in Minabe Town, Wakayama Prefecture, nesting was confirmed for the first time this year last weekend." Below is a video of their tracks/movements since late March up through 5/25/2025. 4/27/2...
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Tranzition Zone Chlorophyll Front

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  Food Items available to loggerhead turtles: Loggerhead turtles (Caretta caretta) living near Baja California, particularly the sub-adult and adult individuals, primarily feed on a wide variety of benthic (bottom-dwelling) invertebrates . Their powerful jaws are well-adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey. Here's a breakdown of their typical diet in this region: Crabs: This is a major component of their diet. They consume various species of crabs found on the seafloor. Clams and Bivalves: Loggerheads are known to dig for and crush clams and other bivalves. Snails and Gastropods: Different types of marine snails are also part of their diet. Sea Urchins: These spiny invertebrates are also prey for loggerheads. Conchs: Larger conchs and other large shelled mollusks are consumed. Other Invertebrates: They may also feed on other bottom-dwelling creatures like worms, sea cucumbers, and various crustaceans. Occasional Fish: While not their primary food source, they may oppor...
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