The Leatherback is the largest turtle on Earth, reaching 7 feet and 2,000 pounds. Unlike other sea turtles, its shell is soft and leathery. It dives to extraordinary depths and ranges into cold northern waters.
Habitat
Open ocean worldwide, nesting on tropical beaches
Diet
Jellyfish and other soft-bodied invertebrates
How common
Rare
Best time to see a Leatherback Sea Turtle
The best time to see a Leatherback Sea Turtle is May–August, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 190 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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